Concerns have been raised over Vladimir Putin's health after he appeared to limp during his meeting with Donald Trump. The Russian leader also took a break halfway down the stairs of his presidential plane.
The moment occurred ahead of their crunch talks in Alaska to work towards a peace plan in Ukraine. Speculation about Putin's health has dogged him for years and his arrival in Anchorage will do little to dispel the rumours. The 72-year-old appeared to grimace slightly as he walked along the red carpet to meet Mr Trump, where they eventually exchanged greetings and handshakes.
There have been unsubstantiated claims that Putin may be battling cancer, Parkinson’s, or other serious illnesses.
Observers point to his bloated face, trembling hands, and stiff movements as signs of possible decline.
The Kremlin denies all such claims, and Western intelligence says there’s no hard evidence.
Some analysts believe the speculation could be fueled by disinformation or political wishful thinking
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