Israeli Prime Minister Bibi Netanyahu arrived at Sheba Medical Center just before the onset of Shabbos to review the country’s readiness for receiving hostages returning under Operation Returning Home. The visit focused on ensuring that all medical and logistical preparations were in place for the imminent arrivals.
While at the hospital, Netanyahu met with IDF soldiers who had been wounded during the fighting. Speaking with emotion, he told them, “You are heroes. You have saved the State of Israel and uplifted our spirit. I am excited about the mental strength that you all mobilize for personal and national rehabilitation. Seeing you fills me with strength and boundless gratitude.”
Following his meeting with the injured soldiers, the Prime Minister toured the secure medical area designated to receive the freed hostages and their families. He commended the hospital’s staff for their preparedness and professionalism, praising their efforts to handle the complex and sensitive mission.
Netanyahu was joined by several senior officials during his visit, including his Chief of Staff Tzachi Braverman, Military Secretary Maj.-Gen. Roman Gofman, Hostage and Missing Persons Coordinator Brig.-Gen. (Res.) Gal Hirsch, IDF Personnel Directorate head Maj.-Gen. Dado Bar Kalifa, and Sheba Medical Center Director General Prof. Yitzchok Kreiss.
The visit underscored the government’s emphasis on ensuring that every returning hostage receives comprehensive medical and psychological care while also highlighting Israel’s ongoing commitment to those who sacrificed in defense of the nation.
