The Biden administration has decided not to seek a second consecutive term on the UN Human Rights Council, prioritizing engagement with allies on the best way to move forward. The US had rejoined the council after former President Donald Trump withdrew, citing its anti-Israel bias. The administration has frequently disagreed with the council's votes on the Middle East and other issues. The US geographic group known as Western Hemisphere and Others will be represented by Iceland, Spain, and Switzerland, countries with strong records of support for human rights.
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