Donald Trump health fears intensify as he 'can't walk straight' at Vladimir Putin summit

Donald Trump sparked fears when he touched down in Alaska to meet with Vladimir Putin – as he appeared to be struggling to walk in a straight line. The 79-year-old President is holding talks concerning the Ukraine conflict and maintains he "won't be happy" unless a ceasefire agreement is reached.

Yet onlookers are already doubting whether he'll manage to accomplish his objective as he "staggered" around on the tarmac before shaking Putin's hand. Social media users flocked to X to voice their concerns about the US President.

One observed: "Trump can't even walk straight." Another commented: "Trump looks drunk... can't walk in a straight line. Is zig-zagging all over the place."

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A third noted: "Trump almost fell off that carpet. He can't walk in a straight line."

And a fourth questioned: "What the hell is wrong with Trump's walk? He can't walk in a straight line on the red carpet when he met Putin in Alaska, but staggered like he was drunk. Retirement home next!"

Earlier this year, Donald Trump received a diagnosis of "chronic venous insufficiency" from a White House medic.

This condition can result in symptoms such as skin issues, swelling and bloated ankles, which could be impacting Trump's walking ability.

Last month, the physician clarified: "In recent weeks, President Trump noted mild swelling in his lower legs. In keeping with routine medical care and out of an abundance of caution, this concern was thoroughly evaluated by the White House medical unit.

"The president underwent a comprehensive examination including diagnostic vascular studies, bilateral lower extremity venous doppler ultrasounds were performed and revealed chronic venous insufficiency.

"A benign and common condition, particularly in individuals over the age of 70."

Trump's wellbeing isn't the sole matter being discussed. Some observers reckon that Putin was hobbling from the aircraft too. Putin was forced to take a pause halfway down the stairs of his presidential plane tonight before meeting the US President.

It's not the only time his health has hit headlines. Putin was seen shaking "uncontrollably" during a meeting with Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko in February, and at one point appeared to use his hand to try and stop his hand moving.

And back in November, he appeared unable to control his movements while giving an hour-long speech at a podium in Kazakhstan. Visible spasms began in his left foot, before spreading to both legs and feet.