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US walks out of UN Security Council meeting during France's remarks

BBC News·July 28, 2026
US walks out of UN Security Council meeting during France's remarks

The US walked out of a UN Security Council meeting during remarks by France, amid a diplomatic row. The tension arose after the US, along with North Korea and Russia, voted against extending the term of the UN high commissioner for human rights. This decision sparked controversy and led to the US delegation's exit from the meeting. The move highlights deep divisions among UN member states on human rights issues.

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