German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Wednesday dismissed media speculation about US President Donald Trump's health, saying he has seen no signs that the American leader is unable to fulfill his duties.
"First of all, based on my meetings with President Trump, I have no reason to doubt his health," Merz said at a press conference in Berlin, when asked about recent media reports questioning Trump's fitness to perform his duties.
"He will turn 80 in June, but I have the impression that he is fully capable of carrying out his duties," the German leader added.
"I have no indication that this is not the case," Merz said, quoted by AA.
Since becoming chancellor in May last year, Merz has remained in regular contact with Trump.
The two leaders have met several times and held various phone conversations to discuss transatlantic relations and international security issues.