The United States walked out of a United Nations Security Council meeting on Monday as France delivered remarks on Ukraine, escalating a public dispute between the longtime allies. The walkout came after France condemned the US vote against extending the mandate of the UN human rights chief, comparing Washington's position to that of Russia, North Korea, and other authoritarian states. The US diplomats left the chamber during France's speech, according to reports. The disagreement reflects growing tensions over human rights policy between the two nations, which have been allies for decades. The vote on the human rights chief's reappointment was described as a clash at the UN, with France criticizing the US stance. The walkout occurred during a meeting focused on Ukraine, though details on the exact timing were not immediately clear. The US has not yet commented on the walkout. The incident highlights the deepening rift over how to approach human rights issues on the global stage.