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The White House said the visit will include both medical and dental evaluations as part of Trump’s annual preventive care routine.US President Donald Trump turns 80 on June 14 and is currently the oldest person ever elected to the presidency.(AP)US President Donald Trump is expected to undergo the fourth medical examination of his second presidential term on Tuesday (May 26) at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, ahead of his 80th birthday next month.The White House said the visit will include both medical and dental evaluations as part of Trump’s annual preventive care routine.Trump jokes about exercise routineLast week, Trump downplayed concerns about his fitness by joking about his exercise habits.“I work out like about one minute a day, max,” Trump said during a public appearance.Despite the humor, the remark added to ongoing discussion about the President’s health and lifestyle choices.Trump turns 80 on June 14 and is currently the oldest person ever elected to the presidency.Visible health issues draw attentionRecent public appearances have intensified speculation about Trump’s condition after observers noticed bruising on his hands, swelling in his lower legs, and a rash around his neck.Trump addressed the bruising directly, attributing it to his use of aspirin.“I take more aspirin than my doctor recommends,” Trump said, explaining that the medication contributes to easy bruising.Aspirin is commonly prescribed to reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes because it thins the blood.White House explains leg swellingTrump’s physician, Sean Barbabella, previously released a letter stating that the President’s lower-leg swelling was caused by chronic venous insufficiency.“The condition is benign and common, especially in individuals over 70,” Barbabella wrote.White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said the irritation was likely caused by “frequent handshaking” combined with aspirin use.Mental fitness remains political issueTrump has repeatedly questioned the cognitive abilities of former President Joe Biden, drawing increased attention to his own mental sharpness.The President has frequently defended his cognitive health by referencing the assessments included in his medical evaluations.Questions about his alertness resurfaced after Trump appeared to close his eyes for extended periods during several public events, including a Cabinet meeting on December 2.Previous CT scan described as “perfectly normal”Trump’s last publicly disclosed medical examination took place in October, when he underwent a CT scan of his heart and abdomen.According to Barbabella, the imaging was preventative and revealed no abnormalities.“The results were perfectly normal,” the doctor said in the statement released by the White House.Trump later remarked that he regretted undergoing the scans because the tests fueled further public speculation about his health rather than easing concerns.Stay updated with the latest Trending,
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Live UpdatesDonald Trump has told the media that he wouldn't rush into a deal with Iran as he faced growing domestic political pressure to end the nearly three-month-old conflict. Stay tuned for US-Iran Peace Deal LIVE UpdatesUS-Iran Peace Deal LIVE: Oil prices fall, dollar slips as Washington nears deal with Tehran(AFP)The US oil prices fell toward $92 per barrel as the markets reacted to the potential deal between Iran and the United States, even as the Donald Trump administration played down the chances of reaching an agreement with the Middle East country. Dollar slipped too at the start of the Asian trading. Donald Trump has told the media that he wouldn't rush into a deal with Iran as he faced growing domestic political pressure to end the nearly three-month-old conflict. The war has boosted the cost of fuels, with average US gasoline prices hitting the highest since 2022 this month.Taking to Truth Social, Donald Trump wrote: “The negotiations are proceeding in an orderly and constructive manner, and I have informed my representatives not to rush into a deal in that time is on our side. The Blockade will remain in full force and effect until an agreement is reached, certified, and signed.” The US President also asserted that both sides should take time and get the deal right.Meanwhile, as Donald Trump refuses to rush into a deal, there were reports of a discord between him and Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu who wishes to strike Iran now. Meanwhile, Hezbollah chief has said that it hopes for Iran-US deal and that it ‘includes us’. Stay tuned for US-Iran War News LIVE Updates.Follow updates here:25 May 2026, 06:27:33 AM ISTUS-Iran Peace Deal LIVE: What Iran says on the deal with the USUS-Iran War News LIVE: As the negotiations with the United States carry on with Trump asserting that he wasn't looking for a quick deal, Iran has tried to reassure the international community that it was not pursuing nuclear weapons. Iran Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei said Saturday on state television that the two sides were nearing "a memorandum of understanding, a kind of framework agreement composed of 14 clauses" in “a trend toward rapprochement.”A report on Axios mentioned that the possible agreement between the two countries would extend the current ceasefire by 60 days, reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, free selling of oil by Iran. Stay tuned for LIVE updatesHomeNewsWorldUS-Iran Peace Deal LIVE: Oil prices fall, dollar slips as Washington nears deal with Tehran
Swati GandhiSwati Gandhi is a digital journalist with over four years of experience, specialising in international and geopolitical issues. Her work focuses on foreign policy, global power shifts, and the political and economic forces shaping international relations, with a particular emphasis on how global developments affect India. She approaches journalism with a strong belief in context-driven reporting, aiming to break down complex global events into clear, accessible narratives for a wide readership.<br><br>
Previously, Swati has worked at Business Standard, where she covered a range of beats including national affairs, politics, and business. This diverse newsroom experience helped her build a strong grounding in reporting, while also strengthening her ability to work across both breaking news and in-depth explanatory stories. Covering multiple beats early in her career has helped her be informed about her current work, allowing her to connect domestic developments with wider international trends.<br><br>
At Live Mint, she focuses on international and geopolitical issues through a business and economic lens, examining how global political developments, foreign policy decisions, and power shifts impact markets, industries, and India’s strategic and economic interests.<br><br>
She holds a Bachelor’s degree in English (Honours) from the University of Delhi and a Master’s degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University. Her academic training has shaped her emphasis on precision, analytical rigour, and clarity in writing. Her interests include global political economy and the intersection of geopolitics with business.<br><br>
Outside work, Swati focuses on exploring her passion and love for food. From fancy cafes to street spots, Swati explores food like a true foodie.
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