The Vizhnitzer Rebbe of Bnei Brak, Rav Yisroel Hager, will remain in Munich for Shabbos following a successful medical procedure earlier this week, despite initial plans for him to return to Eretz Yisroel before the weekend.

The Rebbe underwent treatment on Tuesday at a hospital in Munich, Germany, and had been expected to travel back home ahead of Shabbos. However, after further consultation with his doctors on Thursday, it was decided that he would remain in Germany for several additional days to rest and recover.

Arrangements have been made for the Rebbe to spend Shabbos in a private apartment that was secured for him in Munich. He is expected to return to Eretz Yisroel sometime next week, in time for the yahrtzeit of his grandfather, the Vizhnitzer Rebbe, the Imrei Chaim.

Due to the ongoing war and widespread flight cancellations, it has not been possible for chassidim from Eretz Yisroel to travel to Munich. As a result, local bochurim affiliated with the nearby Chabad House are expected to join the Rebbe for tefillos in order to ensure a minyan.

At present, the only family member accompanying the Rebbe is his grandson, Rav Lipa Hager, son of the Av Beis Din of Kiryat Vizhnitz, who is overseeing the Rebbe’s medical care.

As previously reported, doctors have expressed strong satisfaction with the success of the procedure. Within Vizhnitzer circles, preparations are already underway to mark the Rebbe’s full recovery, alongside continued tefillos for his complete and speedy return to health.