Vladimir Putin’s physical condition has come under scrutiny once more following the public appearance where his hand was visibly showing bulging veins. Recent video footage reveals the 73-year-old Russian leader exhibiting signs of aging, with his right hand displaying prominent veins, tendons, and wrinkled skin. Ukrainian media has widely circulated this footage, with commentators speculating on potential health issues he may be facing.
Prominent interviewer and media personality, Dmytro Gordon, remarked on Putin’s hands appearing “swollen and sore,” while others described them as “extremely painful.” Politician and security expert Anton Gerashchenko also raised concerns about Putin’s hands, suggesting there might be an underlying issue.
Online users expressed confusion over the appearance of Putin’s hands, with some attributing it to normal aging in men, which Putin allegedly tries to conceal through cosmetic procedures after his long tenure in power. This observation comes shortly after a conversation between Putin and Chinese leader Xi Jinping, where they discussed advancements in biological technology to potentially extend their lifespans to 150 years.
During the conversation, Putin mentioned the continuous transplantation of human organs as a means to reverse aging, while Xi remarked on the increasing longevity of individuals. Putin’s discussion on longevity was accompanied by a visual display of his prominent veins while conversing with 22-year-old Yekaterina Leshchinskaya, the leader of the Healthy Fatherland group advocating for a ban on vapes in Russia.
Having held power in Russia since 1999, Putin is known for his assertive stance, including threats of nuclear strikes against Western countries or Ukraine through intermediaries. Often depicted with the Russian nuclear briefcase to symbolize his authority over potential catastrophic decisions, Putin’s hand is figuratively linked to the button of ultimate destruction.