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US diplomatic intelligence undergoes reshuffle at top

By Raphaël Ramos
Donald Blome, pictured, has held an interim role at the State Department's Bureau of Intelligence and Research (INR), for more than a year. His time in the post is coming to an end.
Donald Blome, pictured, has held an interim role at the State Department's Bureau of Intelligence and Research (INR), for more than a year. His time in the post is coming to an end. © Rod Lamkey-CNP/MaxPPP

President Trump has appointed a new director for the State Department's Bureau of Intelligence and Research, which is undergoing a major restructure.

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