The sight of President Donald Trump’s hands has once again ignited a firestorm of online speculation following his high-stakes summit with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at Mar-a-Lago on December 28, 2025.
As the two leaders discussed a 20-point peace framework to end the war, cameras caught clear images of what appeared to be heavy makeup and dark bruising on the back of the President’s right hand. While the summit was meant to focus on global diplomacy, the "mystery marks" quickly became a viral subplot, with viewers and analysts debating the cause.
Inside the Video:
The Visible Marks: Get a close-up look at the bruising that sparked the latest round of health rumors during the joint appearance on the steps of Mar-a-Lago.
The White House Defense: Hear the official explanation from Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, who attributed the marks to "constant handshaking" and the President’s daily aspirin regimen.
Medical Context: A look back at Trump’s 2025 diagnosis of Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI) and how it may be contributing to the skin changes and bruising seen throughout the year.
Internet Theories: From claims of secret IV treatments to "bizarre" social media memes, we break down why these images are causing such a stir.
Whether it’s a side effect of a busy diplomatic schedule or a sign of something more, the "hand bruise" has become the most talked-about visual of the year-end peace talks.