
Body language analysis reveals who is REALLY in control between tinpot tyrants Putin & Xi at Victory Day parade
A TOP body language expert has revealed who is the true "alpha" out of Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping after the pair met in Moscow.
The pair of despicable tyrants bonded over tea and cakes before watching Russia's
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A top body language expert has revealed who is the true 'alpha' out of Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping after the pair met in Moscow
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Judi caught Putin sticking his tongue in and out several times which she says is him trying to catch Xi's attention
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In a major uncharacteristic moment Putin poured himself and Xi a drink instead of making his staff complete the act
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The two presidents were seated
next
to each other at today's parade as Moscow paraded nukes, tanks, drones and armed troops past dozens of world leaders in a show of strength.
Putin tried his best to impress as he crafted Russia's biggest military display since launching its invasion on Ukraine - despite Kyiv slamming the ceremony as a
The most high-profile and notable name at the event was
China
's Xi who flew in from Beijing on Thursday.
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And the two nuclear armed pals continued to develop this close bond over the parade.
But for body language expert Judi James it is abundantly clear which world leader is desperate for the other's attention.
Speaking after watching several clips of the two seated together at the parade, Judi said Xi comes across as the clear
strongman
.
She told The Sun: "The alpha
power
signals are Xi's as he sits like a very honoured guest at the parade.
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"While Xi is in conversation with someone to his right, Putin seems to be literally hopping about with what looks like excitement to join in and attract Xi's attention.
"He pops about in his seat, leaning across to make a comment that seems to involve a very casual thumb-jerk at Xi as though he is a mate he's sharing a laugh with."
Putin and Xi watch WW2 Victory Day military parade in Moscow
Another thing Judi noticed was how eager Putin appeared to be compared to his normal stoic nature.
He stuck his tongue in and out several times out of "anticipation" as he tried to catch Xi's attention, she said.
Vlad lent over several times to be closer to Xi as well as their interpreter spoke for them both.
After their meeting on the Thursday, Putin even addressed the Chinese leader as his "dear friend".
The alpha power signals are Xi's
Judi James
Body language expert
And as the Kremlin chief drifted from his typical mannerisms and tendencies Xi remained his usual self.
He held a solid but polite pose throughout the event but didn't once suggest he was going to "openly mirror his host's displays of cheerful excitement".
The pair also met up a day earlier as they held a bizarre talk over an afternoon tea.
They sat in one of the Kremlin's grand palaces on golden chairs which matched up to the gold table, walls and sofa all in front of them.
The one-on-one bilateral meeting saw them tuck into fruit and what appeared to be cake.
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Xi remained his typical stoic self during the parade as Putin constantly tried to impress the Chines president, Judi said
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Putin was very vocal and used his hands a lot at various times when he spoke to Xi
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During his presidential address at the parade Putin appeared back to typical tyrannical self as he snarled as he spoke
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But in a major out of character moment for Putin which he rarely allows the world to see, he poured Xi a cup of tea by himself.
Usually, Vlad would beckon over one of his staff to serve the drinks so he could show off his loyal followers and impress Xi.
Judi believes the change of behaviour could be an attempt to show the world that despite his war time troubles Putin is unfazed by the pressure.
Instead he is trying to give off a sense of "gracious, untroubled cordiality".
Despite Judi's comments she did notice how Putin flipped back into his usual snarling demeanour when he took to the stage to give a presidential speech at the parade.
Russia's Victory Day
RUSSIA, and the Soviet Union before it, celebrates Victory Day on May 9 every year to commemorate the end of World War Two.
Central to the celebrations is a major military parade in Moscow's Red Square, during which Russia's President Vladimir Putin gives a speech.
However, the date differs in many other European countries, who mark VE Day on May 8 - the day on which Nazi Germany's unconditional surrender was accepted.
Putin's vast military parade on Red Square is seen as one of his favourite celebrations.
This year marked the 80th anniversary of the fall of Adolf Hitler - meaning the Kremlin celebrated in style.
Dozens of tanks and armoured trucks were wheeled out across the Russian capital.
The actual event also saw more than 10,000 Russians troops taking part as well as soldiers from North Korea.
Among those in attendance included Chinese president Xi Jinping and the leaders of ex-Soviet states including Belarusian strongman Alexander Lukashenko.
Putin took the mic to claim that "peace and justice are on our side," and that Russia is united behind
He said: "The whole country, society and people support the participants of the special military operation.
"We are proud of their bravery and determination, of the fortitude that has always brought us only victory."
Putin's monologue was followed by a volley of cannon fire and a well-oiled military procession.
Around 11,000 soldiers clutching rifles and flags marched in perfect unison to a thunderous brass band.
Enormous nuclear warheads and armoured tanks trundled past, and fighter jets stormed overhead trailing the colours of Russia's flag.
Drones were included in the parade for the first time, in recognition of their increasing significance on the battlefield.
Russia expert Stephen Hall told The Sun: "Russia is trying to highlight they're not isolated, that it's business as usual and that they have the capacity to show military force.
"But we have to remember that a lot of this is for show, and also that this is the 80th anniversary of a celebration that is very important to Vladimir Putin."
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Russia's military battalions were out in force
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American movie star and close Putin pal Steve Seagal watched the Red Square celebrations
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Thousands of soldiers line up in formation as the parade kicks off
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