Antony Blinken actually said...

Few diplomats have so clearly embodied the ideals for which our country stands, or done more to project them around the world.

So when we are not at the table shaping that conversation, and so actually helping to shape those norms and standards, well, someone else is...

Always championing the vital importance of investing in diplomacy and development, always insisting that human rights be at the heart of our...

We are deeply grateful to our allies and partners who helped in this effort to bring him home.