Antony Blinken actually said...

"Let me speak directly to our engagement with the Taliban across these and other issues. We engage with the Taliban during the past few weeks to enable our evacuation operations."

"The main point I want to drive home here today is that America’s work in Afghanistan continues."

"We owe that to future diplomats, policymakers, military leaders, service members. We owe that to the American people."

"The Taliban seeks international legitimacy and support. Our message is any legitimacy and any support will have to be earned."