Rex Tillerson does not know about the reasons for his dismissal from the post of US Secretary of State and did not discuss it with President Donald Trump, Deputy Secretary of State Steve Goldstein said on Tuesday, which is quoted by Trend.

"The Secretary of State intended to remain on the post because of the significant progress achieved in the sphere of national security. The Secretary of State did not speak to the President and does not know the reasons for [dismissal], "he said..

According to Goldstein, Tillerson is grateful for the opportunity to work as Secretary of State and wishes Mike Pompeo all the best for this position.