Washington DC [US], January 27 (ANI/Sputnik): The US Senate on Tuesday confirmed that Antony Blinken will be the next Secretary of State.

The Senate confirmed Blinken's nomination with a 78-22 vote.

Blinken previously held top-level national security and State Department positions during the Obama administration. (ANI/Sputnik)

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