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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
World
Catherine Armecin Martin

Inside Dozy Don's World Cup Fiasco: The Band-Aid, the Fake Tan and the Health Cover-Up Rumours

Viewers reacted sharply after footage appeared to show President Donald Trump closing his eyes during a televised peace-treaty signing, with some online critics claiming he 'could barely stay conscious.' (Credit: The White House/YouTube)

The spotlight at the FIFA World Cup 2026 draw unexpectedly shifted from the tournament fixtures to a seemingly minor accessory, as President Donald Trump appeared on stage sporting a large bandage on his hand that was visible despite attempts to conceal it with makeup.

The conspicuous injury, observed during the high-profile broadcast at the Kennedy Centre, has reignited a months-long debate regarding the 79-year-old's physical condition, contrasting sharply with the administration's recent assertions of his 'excellent' vitality.

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