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Theresa May Poised To Become Next UK Prime Minister

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i, July 12

Tuesday's edition of the British daily theifeatures new Conservative Party leader Theresa May, with the headline "May Day."

Outgoing Prime Minister David Cameron is expected to present his resignation to the Queen on Wednesday, which will make Theresa May will the UK's new leader. On Monday, Andrea Leadsom, the final of four candidates to lead the Conservative Party, quit the race following backlash from her remarks that she was more qualified than May to lead Britain because she is a mother.

59-year-old Theresa May campaigned for the UK remaining in the European Union even though she is a Euroskeptic. She has ensured Britons that there will be no do over on the Brexit vote, and that she will simply do her best to negotiate best terms possible for the transition.

For his part, Cameron declared that he was "delighted" that she will take his place. It will be the second time a woman becomes Prime Minister of Britain, and comparisons between her and Margaret Thatcher are piling up. They both have a reputation for having great determination and a willingness to stand up to the men who traditionally dominate British politics.

Two of Europe's biggest nations are set to be led by women, as May takes her place alongside German Chancellor Angela Merkel. And if Hillary Clinton wins the U.S. presidential race in November, women will rule the Western world's three most powerful countries.

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FOCUS: Russia-Ukraine War

With His Trip To Moscow, Xi Has Sent A Clear Message To The World

China has adopted a stance of pro-Putin neutrality since the start of Russia's invasion. But this is not an alliance of equals. China has the upper-hand and sees the opportunity to present itself as an alternative world leader.

Photo of ​Russia's President Vladimir Putin and China's President Xi Jinping in Moscow during the Chinese leader's state visit to Russia.

Russia's President Vladimir Putin and China's President Xi Jinping in Moscow during the Chinese leader's state visit to Russia.

Pierre Haski

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PARIS — While Russia is mired in Ukraine, and Vladimir Putin has become the target of an international arrest warrant, China appeared as a lifeline.

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Xi Jinping’s presence in Moscow from Monday to Wednesday was a bit like the "quiet force" visiting a friend in trouble. They offer him "face," as the Chinese expression for showing respect goes, referring to him as "dear friend"...

But reality sets in very quickly: between the couple, Beijing has the upper hand — and Moscow has no choice.

Since the invasion of Ukraine, China has observed what one diplomat astutely calls a "pro-Putin neutrality", a subtle balance that suits Beijing more than Moscow. Putin could have hoped for more active support, especially in the delivery of arms, technological products, or ways to circumvent Western sanctions. But China is helping Russia sparingly, while making sure to not incur sanctions in turn.

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