Iddo Netanyahu
Iddo Netanyahu (born 1952) is an Israeli physician, author, and playwright. He is the younger brother of Benjamin Netanyahu, the Prime Minister of Israel, and Yonatan Netanyahu, a commander in the Israel Defense Forces who was killed during the Entebbe raid.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
Iddo Netanyahu was born in Jerusalem, Israel, to Zionist activist and historian Benzion Netanyahu and Tzila Segal. He grew up in a family deeply involved in the Zionist movement and Israeli politics. Iddo attended high school in the United States and later returned to Israel to serve in the Israel Defense Forces.
Medical Career[edit | edit source]
Iddo Netanyahu pursued a career in medicine, specializing in radiology. He studied at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and completed his medical training in the United States. He has worked in various hospitals in both Israel and the United States, contributing to the field of radiology through his clinical work and research.
Literary Career[edit | edit source]
In addition to his medical career, Iddo Netanyahu is a prolific author and playwright. He has written several books and plays, often focusing on historical and political themes. His works include:
- Yoni's Last Battle - A book about his brother Yonatan Netanyahu and the Entebbe raid.
- Itamar K. - A novel exploring the complexities of Israeli society.
- A Happy End - A play set in 1930s Berlin, dealing with the rise of Nazism and its impact on a Jewish family.
Personal Life[edit | edit source]
Iddo Netanyahu is married and has children. He continues to balance his careers in medicine and literature, contributing to both fields with his expertise and creativity.
See Also[edit | edit source]
- Benjamin Netanyahu
- Yonatan Netanyahu
- Entebbe raid
- Israel Defense Forces
- Hebrew University of Jerusalem
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