Antony Blinken
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Antony Blinken is the 71st United States Secretary of State, having been appointed by President Joe Biden in January 2021. A member of the Democratic Party, Blinken has played a significant role in shaping U.S. foreign policy, focusing on issues such as international alliances, climate change, and global security. He previously served as Deputy National Security Advisor and Deputy National Security Advisor during the Obama administration, where he was involved in key diplomatic initiatives, including the Iran nuclear deal.
Sep 13, 2021
there have been a limited number of cases where we have separated people because we were concerned.
Sep 13, 2021
Our number-one priority is any remaining American citizens who wish to leave.
Sep 13, 2021
The entire international community has a stake in ensuring the Taliban live up to their public commitments and obligations.
Sep 13, 2021
Somewhere along the way, with the best of intentions, we also sought to remake the country.
Sep 13, 2021
We needed and we have established a clear expectation from the Taliban about allowing people to continue to leave the country.
Sep 13, 2021
The interim government named by the Taliban falls very short of the mark that was set by the international community for inclusivity.
Sep 13, 2021
To all members, I appreciate the opportunity to be with all of you today to discuss our policy on Afghanistan.
Sep 13, 2021
I`m responsible for the decisions that I make. We made the right decision in ending America`s longest war.
Sep 13, 2021
Conversely, there is nothing that strategic competitors like China and Russia or adversaries like Iran and North Korea would have liked more than for the United States to re-up a 20-year war.
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