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Panetta: I Immediately Knew that
Benghazi Was a Terrorist Attack
PJ Media ^
| 10/7/14
| Bryan Preston
Posted on 10/07/2014 12:08:49 PM PDT by Nachum
Former Obama Defense Secretary Leon Panetta has dropped what may be the biggest bombshell yet on his former boss. Panetta appeared on MSNBC today and explained that he knew, from the beginning, that the attack on the US facility in Benghazi, Libya on September 11, 2012, was a terrorist attack. President Obama did not see it that way, and his actions that night remain a mystery. Host Andrea Mitchell asked Panetta, You wrote in the book that you disagreed with David Petraeus and told the situation room he thought it was a spontaneous demonstration outside the consulate that night. Why did
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TOPICS: Crime/Corruption; Government; News/Current Events
KEYWORDS: benghazi; bho44; panetta; soshillary
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To: Nachum
Grenade launchers brought to a “demonstration” on 9/11 in the ME? It almost feels totally obvious...
41
posted on
10/07/2014 12:34:57 PM PDT
by
GOPJ
("The welfare of humanity is always the alibi of tyrants" - Albert Camus)
To: Nachum
Caught a few minutes of CNN on lunch today. They are absolutely aghast at Panetta's disloyalty to Obama. They are treating it as if it is unprecedented. I'm sure that soon Panetta will be called a racist.
Cabinet officials going rogue: A brief history
is a pretty good article.
Isn't it strange that one of Obama's biggest knocks is his weakness in foreign affairs and BOTH of his previous SECDEF's have slammed him after leaving office? Hagel needs to stand up now and do what's right for this country. It's his turn.
To: Nachum
We non-DemocRATS did too, Leon. We did too.
43
posted on
10/07/2014 12:36:21 PM PDT
by
FlingWingFlyer
(Got Ebola? Come to America!)
To: Friendofgeorge
“Agreed to late! This is all for Hillary.”
Correctomundo.
Panetta is acting as Hitlery’s catspaw, providing separation from the Obummer disaster and Hitlery will later try to piggyback that separation if it turns out to be successful.
44
posted on
10/07/2014 12:42:59 PM PDT
by
SharpRightTurn
(White, black, and red all over--America's affirmative action, metrosexual president.)
To: mmichaels1970
Isn't it strange that one of Obama's biggest knocks is his weakness in foreign affairs and BOTH of his previous SECDEF's have slammed him after leaving office? Hagel needs to stand up now and do what's right for this country. It's his turn. Hagel is damaged goods. He is Nero's Bitch. He's not going anywhere.
45
posted on
10/07/2014 12:43:21 PM PDT
by
VRWCarea51
(The original 1998 version)
To: NormsRevenge
If the Demon possessed Hitlary wants to be "saved", all she has to do is testify to Congress Benghazi Committee that
the Terrorists used the very weapons Obama had shipped to them on that
Libya Fishing ship named SHADA.
This has been
planned for a VERY LONG TIME.
Obama is solely responsible for this.
Hillary claimed No Knowledge of gun running
and told Rand Paul he needed to ask the CIA.
Let's look at some of the facts.
Obama Arranged Benghazi Trip That Resulted In Murder Of US AMB Chris Stevens
Arms Flow to Syria May Be Behind Benghazi Cover-Up states: " During the 2011 Libyan revolt against Muammar Qaddafi, reckless U.S. policy flung American forces and money into the conflict on the side of the rebels, who were known at the time to include Al Qaeda elements. Previously the number two official at the U.S. Embassy in Tripoli, Christopher Stevens was named as the official U.S. liaison to the Libyan opposition in March, 2011.
Stevens was tasked with helping to coordinate U.S. assistance to the rebels, whose top military commander, Abdelhakim Belhadj, was the leader of the Al Qaeda affiliate, the Libyan Islamic Fighting Group (LIFG). That means that Stevens was authorized by the U.S. Department of State and the Obama administration to aid and abet individuals and groups that were, at a minimum, allied ideologically with Al Qaeda, the jihadist terrorist organization that attacked the homeland on the first 9/11, the one thats not supposed to exist anymore after the killing of its leader, Osama bin Laden, on May 2, 2011. "
Obama the arms broker to al-Qaeda states [this article is also well worth your time] : " Now we learn that Ambassador Chris Stevens’s mission in Benghazi on that fatal day was to organize the shipment of arms to the rebel militias in Syria.
And that means: the shipment of arms, by order of the President of the United States, to al-Qaeda,the terrorist organization which the President himself constantly declares to be the enemy of his country.
No wonder President Obama, Ambassador to the UN Susan Rice, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and the rest of the stoats and weasels have been lying their heads off and trying to put the blame for the whole hideous and tragic episode – for what amounts to an act of war – on somebody’s little video. Scraping the bottom of the excuses-barrel.
The evidence suggests that the Obama administration has not simply been engaging, legitimating, enriching and emboldening Islamists who have now taken over or are ascendant in much of the Middle East.
Starting in March 2011, when American diplomat Christopher Stevens was designated the liaison to the “opposition” in Libya, the Obama administration has been arming them, including jihadists like Abdelhakim Belhadj, the leader of the al Qaeda franchise known as the Libyan Islamic Fighting Group. "
SOURCES: SLAIN U.S. AMBASSADOR RECRUITED JIHADISTS
Egyptian officials say Stevens worked with Saudis against Assad
Was Syrian weapons shipment factor in ambassadors Benghazi visit? states: " Libyan-flagged vessel Al Entisar, which means "The Victory," was received in the Turkish port of Iskenderun -- 35 miles from the Syrian border -- on Sept. 6, just five days before Ambassador Chris Stevens, information management officer Sean Smith and former Navy Seals Tyrone Woods and Glen Doherty were killed
On the night of Sept. 11, in what would become his last known public meeting, Stevens met with the Turkish Consul General Ali Sait Akin, and escorted him out of the consulate front gate one hour before the assault began at approximately 9:35 p.m. local time.
the timing and the meeting between the Turkish diplomat and Stevens was "unusual."
According to an initial Sept. 14 report by the Times of London, Al Entisar was carrying 400 tons of cargo.
The cargo reportedly included surface-to-air anti-aircraft missiles, RPG's and Russian-designed shoulder-launched missiles known as MANPADS.
It was reported there was a fight about the weapons and who got what "between the free Syrian Army and the Muslim Brotherhood."
' The point is that both of these weapons systems are extremely accurate and very simple to use,' Fox News military analyst Col. David Hunt explained. He said the passage of weapons from Libya to Syria would escalate the conflict. ' With a short amount of instruction, you've got somebody capable of taking down any, any aircraft. Anywhere in the world. '
"
Rebel Arms Flow Is Said to Benefit Jihadists in Syria by New York Times
Why Libya Cover-Up: Obama Was Arming Al Qaeda & Islamists
Libya's missing weapons being smuggled into Gaza
Israeli intelligence is increasingly concerned about the quantity of Libyan arms flowing into Gaza.
Clinton asked for more security in Benghazi, Obama said no
How U.S. Amb. Chris Stevens May Have Been Linked to Jihadist Rebels in Syria (And It Involves Weapons) [Article has many links.]
Ed Klein: Bill Clinton encouraged Hillary to resign in the wake of the Benghazi scandal
Explain this: Ambassador Chris Stevens killed due to lack of security Obama adviser Valerie Jarrett gets Secret Service
Libyan Officials Claim US Was Warned 3 DAYS BEFORE Deadly Benghazi Consulate Attack
More details emerge on U.S. ambassador's last moments from CNN states: " Three days before the deadly assault on the United States consulate in Libya, a local security official says he met with American diplomats in the city and warned them about deteriorating security.
Jamal Mabrouk, a member of the February 17th Brigade, told CNN that he and a battalion commander had a meeting about the economy and security.
He said they told the diplomats that the security situation wasn't good for international business.
'The situation is frightening, it scares us,' Mabrouk said they told the U.S. officials. He did not say how they responded.
Mabrouk said it was not the first time he has warned foreigners about the worsening security situation in the face of the growing presence of armed jihadist groups in the Benghazi area. "
Guard at consulate in Libya says attack was coordinated
Egypt intelligence warns of attacks on Israel, US embassies
Blame Obama for Chris Stevens' murder
Backed by Barack Hussein Obama, Muslim Brotherhood gets ready to overthrow U.S.-ally King of Jordan
Obama Bypasses Congress, Gives $1.5 Billion to Muslim Brotherhood
ALDRICH: Hillary Clintons abominable national security record
History of incompetence and dangerous decisions
Obama not subject to charges of treason?
Benghazi: Symbol of Obama's Leadership
Obama Admits He Is A Muslim
So, let us remember.
Muslims are well know for lying about their faith.MUSLIMS are allowed to LIE and deceive NON MUSLIMS, if it benefits or protects ISLAM. Qur'an (16:106) - Establishes that there are circumstances that can "compel" a Muslim to tell a lie.
Qur'an (3:28) - This verse tells Muslims not to take those outside the faith as friends, unless it is to "guard themselves."
Qur'an (9:3) - "...Allah and His Messenger are free from liability to the idolaters..." The dissolution of oaths with the pagans who remained at Mecca following its capture. They did nothing wrong, but were evicted anyway.
Qur'an (40:28) - A man is introduced as a believer, but one who must "hide his faith" among those who are not believers.
Qur'an (2:225) - "Allah will not call you to account for thoughtlessness in your oaths, but for the intention in your hearts"
Qur'an (66:2) - "Allah has already ordained for you, (O men), the dissolution of your oaths"
Qur'an (3:54) - "And they (the disbelievers) schemed, and Allah schemed (against them): and Allah is the best of schemers." The Arabic word used here for scheme (or plot) is makara, which literally means deceit. If Allah is deceitful toward unbelievers, then there is little basis for denying that Muslims are allowed to do the same. (See also 8:30 and 10:21)
Taken collectively these verses are interpreted to mean that there are circumstances when a Muslim may be "compelled" to deceive others for a greater purpose.
For a better understanding of the issue, read
HISTORY of Mohammed ( spelled variously; Mahomet, Muhammed, Mehmet, etc. ). then watch William Federer explain it, from Jan. 25, 2012 at CC Chino Hills, CA. It's a MUST WATCH for everyone,Christians, Athiests and even Muslims!
As retired military myself, I've seen the damage of "keeping secrets" about bad leaders.
Obama is EVIL, pure and simple.
Please watch
Glenn Beck with Trevor Loudon & his book "Barack Obama and the Enemies Within".
Then watch the 29 minute 13 seconds video
Trevor Loudon- An Urgent (and chilling) Message for America.
Barack Obama and the Enemies Within
Obama may be
feigning "incompetence," thinking he's too sly, being a "
wolf in sheep's clothing" since his mentoring was from
Fabian Fascism..
Remember:" The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately wicked : who can know it? "
The
"Establishment Republicans" will probably NOT want to IMPEACH the TREASONIST Barack Hussein Obama II.
But it's better for the country that Obama suffer the penalty, the strongest penalty for his actions, and his inactions.
Let's look at the
Presidential Oaths of Office.
"I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will faithfully execute the office of President of the United States,
and will to the best of my ability, preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States."
Now who among us really believes Obama did any of that ?
To Obama, that was
"Just words. Just speeches! "Damn him ! Damn him to hell !
I'll finish this with asking you to read
Watch the 18 minute 56 second documentary video
"Absolutely Uncertain" at
"theBLAZE.com" or on
YouTube.com, narrated by Irina, the 23-year-old Jewish New Yorker and a former Obama supporter .
One other suggestion, read
DID OBAMA WANT STEVENS DEAD? The language is a little abrasive, but spot on. Also read:
How U.S. Amb. Chris Stevens May Have Been Linked to Jihadist Rebels in Syria(And It Involves Weapons)
October 19, 2012
WASHINGTON, DC – SEPTEMBER 14: Intern Chris Jobson (R) and press assistant Isaiah Calvin (L) of Senate Democratic Media Center sign condolence book for Ambassador J. Christopher Stevens at the U.S. Capitol September 14, 2012 in Washington, DC.
This article by Michael Kelley originally appeared on Business Insider.
Read and watch all the videos from
Could assets have reached Benghazi in time to save lives? [Ret. Lt Gen Boykin-Huckabee] and especially
comment #44 and
comment #57.
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posted on
10/07/2014 12:46:27 PM PDT
by
Yosemitest
(It's Simple ! Fight, ... or Die !)
To: VRWCarea51
Hagel is damaged goods. He is Nero's Bitch. He's not going anywhere.
I agree.
To: Friendofgeorge
Panetta now (belatedly) comes out of the closet and sees the truth (supposedly) and Hillary lies (factually) blaming the non existent video.
How does this help Hillary?
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posted on
10/07/2014 12:53:42 PM PDT
by
Cen-Tejas
(it's the debt bomb stupid!)
To: Nachum
Bill: "Where Were You The Night Benghazi Was Attacked?"
To: Nachum
And he didn’t give a peep after Susan Rice’s appearance on 5 national Sunday talk shows and Obama’s UN speech 14 days later...
50
posted on
10/07/2014 12:58:57 PM PDT
by
Hotlanta Mike
(‘You can avoid reality, but you can’t avoid the consequences of avoiding reality.’)
To: cripplecreek
I cant help but wonder what his angle is. Hillary is running. That's his angle.
51
posted on
10/07/2014 12:59:29 PM PDT
by
Bloody Sam Roberts
(Worker bees can leave. Even drones can fly away. The queen is their slave.)
To: Nachum
Well, Leon, did you immediately inform the jug-eared clown that he had the sole authority to launch a rescue, that forces trained for exactly that scenario were gearing up as you spoke and all you needed from him was a signed CBA? That was
your duty, Leon, did you do that?
---------------------------------------------
Only the POTUS had the authority to act!
0bama was notified immediately and automatically when the Benghazi consulate triggered the "Imminent Danger Notification System" alert. He did nothing.
Judge Jeanine Investigates Benghazi Gate Part 4 - 10/20/2012 video 6:53
Lt. Col. Tony Shaffer (U.S. Army ret.), former CIA Station Chief Gary Berntsen and former CIA operative Mike Baker
They confirm everything Col. Hunt said about automatic notifications to the WH and add more details.
Howie Carr interview with Col. Hunt On The Newest Libyan Revelations audio 28:37
There are three scandals here...
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Denial of prior requests for security were a dereliction of duty. The lies and misdirection about the "video" after the attack were fraud and malfeasance under the color of authority. The inaction during the attack was something more than that.
The failure to act during the attack is the direct equivalent of desertion IMO.
ONE man had the authority to act that night.
EXCLUSIVE: CIA operators were denied request for help during Benghazi attack, sources say
0bama refused to act!
52
posted on
10/07/2014 1:06:16 PM PDT
by
TigersEye
(ISIS is the tip of the spear. The spear is Islam.)
To: Nachum
regarding those in DC who supposedly work for the people and swore an oath to serve and protect us and our Constitution, there really needs to be a way we the people can immediately remove and prosecute those in government who betray their sworn oath. Their complicity in the murder of the four Americans in Benghazi should have consequences. And Hillary wants to be the next president.
To: VRWCarea51
54
posted on
10/07/2014 1:20:39 PM PDT
by
TigersEye
(ISIS is the tip of the spear. The spear is Islam.)
To: Nachum
If he’s not lying. He may be just out to sell books.
55
posted on
10/07/2014 1:21:01 PM PDT
by
ex91B10
(We've tried the Soap Box,the Ballot Box and the Jury Box; ONE BOX LEFT!)
To: Nachum
Panetta is a Clinton shill and there’s nothing of importance that this jackass has that’s interesting to me.
56
posted on
10/07/2014 1:24:20 PM PDT
by
laweeks
To: Pharmboy
57
posted on
10/07/2014 1:24:34 PM PDT
by
bert
((K.E.; N.P.; GOPc.;+12 ..... Obama is public enemy #1)
To: cripplecreek
He has always been a Clinton lackey. It’s Obama’s turn to be thrown under the bus. That way, Hillary can rise above it and claim they were always on the right side.
To: cripplecreek
"wonder what his angle is."
His angle is to protect his own AZZ. He knows that the fall out from Benghazi will eventually come down on everyone involved and he is trying to get out of the way.
He is a duplicitous, greasy , apparatchik. An Italian Lavrenti Beria.
59
posted on
10/07/2014 1:28:01 PM PDT
by
Jimmy Valentine
(DemocRATS - when they speak, they lie; when they are silent, they are stealing the American Dream)
To: Nachum
Watch your back Leon, you may have an “accident”, speaking out like you are.
60
posted on
10/07/2014 1:29:07 PM PDT
by
unixfox
(Abolish Slavery, Repeal the 16th Amendment)
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