US, France trade barbs in fight over UN rights chief's second term
- Posted on July 28, 2026
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US, France trade barbs in fight over UN rights chief's second term
The United States delegation exited a UN Security Council session during France's remarks. This action followed accusations of disingenuous grandstanding over French comments comparing the US to authoritarian states. The dispute arose after a vote on extending the UN rights chief's term, which the US opposed. France criticized Washington for joining Russia and North Korea in voting against the proposal.
