New revelations from CIA sources show that CIA operatives in Benghazi were ordered not to assist the "Consulate" compound while it was under attack and a special reaction military unit was held back about one hour from Benghazi
It is being reported by Fox News that after the beginning of the attack on the so-called "consulate" compound in Benghazi, the "CIA" operatives hold up at the "safe house" had sought authorization from their superiors to assist those under attack in the consulate compound. At least twice, that authorization was denied and the "CIA" operatives were ordered to "stand down".
Shortly thereafter, and against orders, the CIA operatives moved from the "safe house" to assist those under attack at the consulate. The rescue effort was only partially successful and two of the "CIA" operatives were killed in the attempt.
In addition, there was a U.S. military special response team positioned at the Signorella Naval Air Station in Sicily, about one hour flying time from Benghazi, that was not released to reinforce or assist the "consulate". The consulate compound was eventually reached by a reaction team sent from Tripoli that arrived after the attacks had ceased.
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