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US and France clash on human rights
A rare tension occurred during a Security Council session in New York between the United States and France, when American diplomats withdrew from the meeting after the French criticized the Trump administration's record on human rights. This comes amid disagreements over the mandate of UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk, which was renewed by a majority of 144 countries, with the United States, Israel, and Russia voicing objections. This escalation reflects increasing tensions between Washington and Europe, particularly regarding human rights policies and safeguarding their interests, with the U.S. deputy envoy accusing France of attempting to appear as if they are "ethically outraged." The dispute also highlights the broader rise in tensions between the United States, under the Trump administration, and European countries over commitments to human rights, UN funding, and cooperation on international security issues.
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