Prime Minister Netanyahu Reviews Hostage Reception Preparations at Sheba Medical Center
Visit Ahead of Shabbat
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited the Sheba Medical Center at Tel Hashomer shortly before Shabbat to review public health authorities’ preparations for receiving hostages returning under Operation Returning Home.
The visit aimed to assess the hospital’s readiness and ensure that returning hostages receive immediate and comprehensive care.
Meeting with Wounded Soldiers
During the visit, the Prime Minister met with IDF soldiers wounded in the ongoing conflict.
Expressing deep gratitude, he said (translated from Hebrew):
“You are heroes. You have defended the State of Israel and lifted the nation’s spirit. I am inspired by your mental strength and determination during recovery. Seeing you fills me with courage and boundless gratitude.”
Inspection of Hostage Reception Area
Following the meeting, Prime Minister Netanyahu toured the designated facility where returning hostages and their families will be welcomed.
He praised the medical teams for their professionalism, preparedness, and dedication, commending their efforts to ensure the smooth admission and recovery of the hostages.
Officials Accompanying the Visit
The Prime Minister was joined by Chief of Staff Tzachi Braverman, Military Secretary Maj.-Gen. Roman Gofman, Coordinator for the Hostages and Missing Brig.-Gen. (Res.) Gal Hirsch, Head of the IDF Personnel Directorate Maj.-Gen. Dado Bar Kalifa, and Sheba Medical Center Director General Prof. Yitshak Kreiss.
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