US Walks Out of UN Security Council Meeting During France's Remarks

The United States walked out of a UN Security Council meeting when France's ambassador took the floor, after French remarks comparing the US to North Korea and other authoritarian states. The dispute followed a US vote with North Korea and Russia against extending the term of the UN high commissioner for human rights.

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

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The row sparked after the US joined North Korea and Russia in voting against extending the term of the UN high commissioner for human rights.

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BBC Published 28 July 2026

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

The row sparked after the US joined North Korea and Russia in voting against extending the term of the UN high commissioner for human rights.

News24 Published 27 July 2026

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