Zelenskyy: 'Putin is very ill, he will die soon'... Will the fate of the war change?
Assessing the future of the war between Russia and Ukraine, Zelenskyy claimed that 'Putin will die soon' and that this would 'change the course of the war.' Stating that Putin is very ill, Zelenskyy expressed that 'the end is near.'
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy made statements regarding the health of Russian President Vladimir Putin during his contacts in France. Speaking to the Daily Mail newspaper, Zelenskyy claimed that 'Putin will lose his life soon.'
Answering questions from journalists at a press conference in Paris, the Ukrainian leader used sharp language regarding his Russian counterpart. Zelenskyy said, 'This is a fact before us, and the end is near.'
According to the Daily Mail report, Putin's recent physical appearance has been a subject of debate in international media. The newspaper noted that Putin's behavior during his meeting with Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu in 2022, in particular, drew attention. Observers noted that Putin held onto the table tightly and appeared to struggle while speaking during the meeting with Shoigu.
Various international publications have included claims that Putin is battling cancer or Parkinson's disease. Swelling on the Russian leader's face and redness in his eyes in recent footage have been subjects of discussion.
In the same statement, Zelenskyy also claimed that the Putin administration is trying to weaken the European Union. The Ukrainian leader shared these views following his meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron.
Russian officials have consistently denied claims regarding Putin's health to date. Kremlin spokespeople have stated that Putin's health is in excellent condition and that such speculations are being spread intentionally.