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Exclusive-US mulls scuppering France's Washington ambassador pick over human rights spat

Exclusive-US mulls scuppering France's Washington ambassador pick over human rights spat

By Gabriel Stargardter, Humeyra Pamuk, Gram Slattery and Andrea Shalal PARIS/WASHINGTON July 29 (Reuters) - The United States is considering delaying, or even blocking, President Emmanuel Macron's choice for France's next ambassador to Washington following public French criticism of the country's
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US Diplomats Walk Out of UN Meeting After France Criticizes Human Rights Record Under Trump

US Diplomats Walk Out of UN Meeting After France Criticizes Human Rights Record Under Trump

US diplomats staged a walkout during a United Nations meeting after France criticized the country's human rights record under President Trump. The incident occurred during a UN Security Council meeting focused on the Ukraine-Russia war. The walkout followed the Trump administration's imposition of tariffs on numerous countries, citing 'forced labor' as justification. France's criticism highlighted the US's shift away from its traditional role as a human rights leader. The US ambassador to the UN, Mike Waltz, expressed disappointment over France's remarks, defending the US's stance on human rights.
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Trump shows irritation with Netanyahu before White House talks on Iran

Trump shows irritation with Netanyahu before White House talks on Iran

By Steve Holland WASHINGTON, July 28 (Reuters) - U.S.
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Trump to host Netanyahu, Zelenskiy as Ukraine, Iran wars reach critical stages

Trump to host Netanyahu, Zelenskiy as Ukraine, Iran wars reach critical stages

By Steve Holland WASHINGTON, July 28 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump hosts Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Tuesday, with wars in Iran and Ukraine at critical stages and his ties with both leaders markedly different.
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Zelensky Seeks to Position Ukraine as Key U.S. Ally in Europe

Zelensky Seeks to Position Ukraine as Key U.S. Ally in Europe

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is making a strategic push to position Ukraine as a critical ally for the United States in Europe, akin to Israel's role in the Middle East. During his visit to Washington, Zelensky aims to convince President Trump of Ukraine's value in countering Russian aggression and protecting NATO interests. This effort comes amid Ukraine's recent military actions against Iranian assets, highlighting its proactive stance in regional conflicts. Zelensky's approach is gaining traction among some U.S. conservatives, including Laura Loomer, who has recently shifted her stance to support Ukraine.
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Russia sanctions championed by Graham clear first Senate hurdle as Zelenskiy visits

Russia sanctions championed by Graham clear first Senate hurdle as Zelenskiy visits

By Patricia Zengerle and Timothy Gardner WASHINGTON, July 28 (Reuters) - The U.S.
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Zelenskyy visits Trump at the White House before Graham's funeral, seeking cooperation with US

Zelenskyy visits Trump at the White House before Graham's funeral, seeking cooperation with US

President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy are meeting at the White House
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US walks out on France at UN meeting to protest ally's criticism of America's human rights record

US walks out on France at UN meeting to protest ally's criticism of America's human rights record

U.S. diplomats walked out as their French counterparts spoke at the United Nations after the European ally criticized the Trump administration’s human rights record
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US, France trade barbs in fight over UN rights chief's second term

US, France trade barbs in fight over UN rights chief's second term

By Andrea Shalal July 27 (Reuters) - The U.S. walked out as France addressed a United Nations Security Council meeting on Ukraine on Monday, accusing its longtime ally of "disingenuous grandstanding" over French comments comparing the U.S. to North Korea, Russia and other authoritarian states
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Zelenskyy visits Britain as new PM signals more support for Kyiv

Zelenskyy visits Britain as new PM signals more support for Kyiv

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is in Britain to meet Prime Minister Andy Burnham at a naval base in England
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The Latest: Trump praises his sweeping tariffs while in Michigan for a speech on the economy

The Latest: Trump praises his sweeping tariffs while in Michigan for a speech on the economy

A federal appeals court has upheld a ruling that halted President Donald Trump’s executive order to create a federal list of eligible voters and limit delivery of mail ballots only to people on that list
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Britain's new leader is set to host Zelenskyy, signaling UK's support for Kyiv

Britain's new leader is set to host Zelenskyy, signaling UK's support for Kyiv

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is set to meet with British Prime Minister Andy Burnham at a naval base in England