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Secretary Blinken Forced to Drive to Brussels After Plane Suffers Mechanical Issue

The incident marks the second time this year that Secretary of State Antony Blinken has encountered issues with a Boeing jet, raising concerns about the reliability of his transportation.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken gives a press conference following his meeting with French Foreign minister at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Paris, on April 2, 2024.
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Overview

  • Secretary of State Antony Blinken and an American delegation drove from Paris to Brussels for a NATO meeting after their plane was grounded due to a mechanical issue.
  • The modified Boeing 737 used by the State Department has faced similar issues before, including a critical failure related to an oxygen leak in January.
  • Blinken's travel disruptions come amid important discussions on Ukraine's war and efforts to bolster global food security.
  • The repeated mechanical issues with Boeing jets have sparked scrutiny and raised questions about the quality and safety of the aircraft.
  • Despite the transportation challenges, Blinken successfully met with French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris to discuss various global issues.