Putin is trying to recreate the old Soviet Empire. The Baltic states are getting nervous because they know that they are next.

There are a lot of rumors about the state of his health, both physical and mental. One thing is for sure - his mental health is declining. People who have spent time with him in the past say that he has changed.

Physically, many say that the puffiness of his face is from cortico-steroids which are used to treat a number of illnesses.

Some claim to have seen tremors in his legs and hands and wonder if he has Parkinsons.