Franța face un pas înapoi după disputa cu SUA privind drepturile omului

France has apologized to the United States for its criticism regarding human rights, following a diplomatic backlash. The French mission to the UN in Geneva expressed regret over a social media post that sparked a significant diplomatic dispute and delayed the arrival of the French ambassador in Washington. The post criticized the U.S. for voting against the extension of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights' mandate, aligning with countries like Russia and North Korea. This led to U.S. discontent, with the American delegation leaving during a French representative's speech at a UN Security Council meeting. The French mission clarified that the disagreement was about a single vote, not a broader human rights defense. The U.S. State Department welcomed France's statement and looks forward to collaboration on shared values. The apology may facilitate the approval of France's ambassador nominee to the U.S.