“Tweeting first and asking questions later is not a good way to make policy - especially in the Middle East.”

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The quote argues that reacting on social media before checking facts is a poor way to shape policy. It especially warns that this kind of impulsive approach is risky when dealing with the Middle East.

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About Antony Blinken

American lawyer and diplomat

Antony Blinken is an American lawyer and diplomat who served as the 71st United States secretary of state from 2021 to 2025. He was born in 1962 and has held senior roles in U.S. foreign policy across Democratic administrations. Before leading the State Department, Blinken served as deputy secretary of state from 2015 to 2017 and as deputy national security advisor from 2013 to 2015 under President Barack Obama. From 2009 to 2013, he was national security advisor to then vice president Joe Biden.

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