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Netanyahu's Medical Entourage Cost Over NIS 386,000 on Overseas Trips
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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office spent approximately NIS 386,000 on medical personnel for 14 overseas trips since 2023. This includes NIS 333,000 for fees and lodging, and NIS 53,000 for flights. The spending is significantly higher than for former prime ministers Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid, whose medical support cost NIS 21,060. The disclosure has prompted calls for greater transparency regarding the health of public officials.
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- Netanyahu's office spent NIS 386,000 on medical staff for 14 overseas trips since 2023.
- The cost includes NIS 333,000 for fees and lodging, plus NIS 53,000 for flights.
- Spending on Netanyahu's medical entourage was significantly higher than for former PMs Bennett and Lapid.
- A pacemaker technician, cardiologist, and urologist were among the medical personnel.
- The disclosure has led to calls for increased transparency on prime ministers' health.
- The most expensive year for these expenses was 2025, totaling NIS 170,335.
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