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Putin's Health Under Scrutiny Amid Parkinson's Speculation

11/12/2025

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Putin's Health Concerns

Vladimir Putin, President of Russia, met with health expert Yekaterina Leshchinskaya, reigniting concerns about his health.
Observers noted bulging veins and unusual hand movements during their handshake, fueling speculation about neurological issues.
Experts suggested Parkinson's disease could be involved.
Putin has repeatedly consulted cancer specialists.
The Kremlin dismissed body-double theories as hoaxes.

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Putin's Health Rumors

The Kremlin labeled the rumors about President Vladimir Putin's health as fakes.
CIA Director William J. Burns and MI6 head Richard Moore said there is no evidence of a serious illness.
President Vladimir Putin's coughing during a Moscow speech and a canceled meeting with South Ossetian officials fueled speculation about his health.
Volodymyr Zelensky refuted unverified health claims, stating he is in good health.

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Putin's Health Concerns

Vladimir Putin, President of Russia, met with health expert Yekaterina Leshchinskaya, reigniting concerns about his health.
Observers noted bulging veins and unusual hand movements during their handshake, fueling speculation about neurological issues.
Experts suggested Parkinson's disease could be involved.
Putin has repeatedly consulted cancer specialists.
The Kremlin dismissed body-double theories as hoaxes.

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