Putin's Violent Cough Sparks Fresh Health Speculation

• Vladimir Putin, 73, suffered a violent coughing fit during an International Women's Day broadcast, fueling new health concerns.
• The Kremlin reportedly released unedited footage of the incident, which Ukrainian sources suggest was an intentional leak.
• Putin attributed his hoarse voice to "excessive speaking" but continued coughing uncontrollably, declining water.
• This follows another "blunder" where a "death mask" image of a strained Putin was captured during a meeting.
• Past health concerns include reports of a thyroid specialist accompanying him, swollen hands, and black spots, though the Kremlin dismisses claims as "fake."