Vladimir Putin's health has once again come under intense scrutiny, with rumours the Russian despot soiled himself after falling down a flight of stairs.

Last night, Ukrainian President brutally predicted that Putin "will die soon, and that's a fact".

That comes following constant speculation that the 72-year-old's health has been plagued by serious health issues over recent months and years.

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