Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleTrump describes ceasefire as 'shooting in a moderate manner' as both sides trade strikesPresident Donald Trump is maintaining a light public schedule, spending more time behind closed doors and engaging in interviews primarily with friendly allies. This reduced public visibility and engagement with the broader press corps has been a trend since February, coinciding with the start of the “war with Iran” and a decline in his approval ratings. Concerns have been raised about Trump's health and fitness for office, as he often appears exhausted and haggard during his infrequent public appearances. Despite these observations, White House aides and Secretary of State Marco Rubio assert that Trump possesses boundless energy, citing his late-night activities and denying claims of him falling asleep during meetings. Republican political veterans express concern that Trump's retreat from public view could damage his political brand and negatively impact his party's prospects in the upcoming midterm elections. In fullWhere’s Trump? President resurfaces after a week with no public events amid health questions and tumbling pollsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in