Speculation over the Russian president's health intensified since the Ukraine war began in February after Putin seemed to appear weak at public events, including the country's Victory Day celebrations. In photos and videos circulating on social media, Putin, wrapped in a thick green coverall at his feet, sat among World War II veterans and senior dignitaries to watch the military parade in Moscow's Red Square.
Putin was also spotted coughing in a black bomber jacket. In fact, he was sole person in the gathering who required additional covering to manage the relatively mild weather of 9-degree Celsius. Recently, a video meeting between Putin and Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu showed the former holding the table tightly.
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