Questions are being raised about the health of some of the world’s most powerful leaders.

In China, people are talking about President Xi Jinping. He recently skipped a formal dinner during a trip. This small change to his schedule led to a lot of rumors that he might be sick. Some people are wondering if this health issue could affect upcoming meetings, including a possible talk with Donald Trump.

Meanwhile, in South Africa, President Cyril Ramaphosa has officially stepped back from his public work. His office confirmed that he has been told by doctors to rest. While reports of his illness are being taken seriously, the government has not given many details about exactly what is wrong.

There has also been buzz regarding the recent BRICS summit—a meeting of leaders from major developing countries. Some reports claimed that leaders at the summit fell ill. However, officials in India have stepped forward to deny those claims, saying there is no truth to the rumors that their leaders are sick.

For now, the situation remains a mix of official announcements and public guesswork. While some leaders are taking breaks to recover, others are fighting to clear the air and stop rumors from spreading.

Source: WSJ