Overview
- The Bavarian minister-president announced on X and Instagram that the holiday-period operation was successful.
- He said he is already in rehabilitation and training, noting that full fitness will take time.
- A photo from the State Chancellery showed crutches, indicating he has resumed duties and is preparing his New Year’s address.
- No information was provided about the clinic, exact timing, or the type of procedure used.
- Söder’s hip issues had been visible for years and he has linked them to extensive sport in his youth; a report naming the right hip remains unconfirmed by other outlets.