Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is currently recovering from food poisoning. Doctors confirmed that he is suffering from intestinal inflammation caused by eating spoiled food. He has been advised to rest and work from home for the next three days.
Medical Experts Treat Netanyahu With IV Fluids
After skipping a cabinet meeting, Netanyahu was examined overnight by Professor Alon Hershko. He is now receiving IV fluids to treat dehydration and stabilize his health condition.
Court Postpones Netanyahu's Corruption Trial Hearing
Netanyahu was supposed to appear in court this week for his ongoing corruption trial. However, due to his illness, the hearings scheduled for Monday and Tuesday have been canceled.
Netanyahu's Lawyers Request New Hearing Dates
His lawyer, Amit Hadad, has asked for the hearings to be rescheduled. He hopes Netanyahu will be fit enough to testify by Wednesday or Thursday this week.
State Attorney Accepts Delay With Conditions Attached
The State Attorney's Office accepted the delay after reviewing the medical report. However, they insist that missed hearings be rescheduled and completed within the week.
Summer Court Break Means Long Delay in Testimony
Despite the request, the court announced the hearings are canceled, not postponed. Since the court is going on summer recess, Netanyahu's testimony will likely resume in September.
Source: https://www.lindaikejisblog.com/2025/7/israeli-prime-minister-suffers-food-poisoning-after-eating-spoiled-food-2.html