"Olaf Scholz's Eye Patch Photo Goes Viral, Inspiring Pirate Memes"

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz shared a photo of himself wearing an eye patch after falling while jogging, sparking a wave of pirate-themed memes online. Scholz assured his followers that his injuries were not serious and expressed excitement about the memes. The photo received thousands of likes and comments, with many wishing him a speedy recovery. The government spokesperson explained that the photo was released to prepare people for Scholz's appearance in the coming weeks. Despite canceling some engagements, Scholz's schedule for the week remained largely unaffected.