Intelligence Leaks — Intel Briefing
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YOUTUBE2026-06-13the grayzone
Israeli spying on US officials at 'critical' level
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Israeli espionage targeting U.S. officials has reportedly reached critical levels, particularly among those involved in negotiations with Iran.
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Israeli Government
- Initiates extensive spying on U.S. officials due to concerns over potential U.S.-Iran agreements
- Targets key individuals involved in Iran negotiations to safeguard national interests
U.S. Intelligence Community
- Confirms critical levels of Israeli espionage, raising national security concerns
- Highlights the implications of Israeli actions on U.S. diplomatic relations
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- Reports indicate that Israeli spying has been ongoing and is now publicly acknowledged
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Israeli espionage targeting U.S. officials has reportedly reached critical levels, particularly among those involved in negotiations with Iran.
- Israeli espionage targeting U.S. officials has reportedly reached critical levels, especially among those involved in Iran negotiations
- Individuals such as Steve Whitkoff and Elbridge Colby have been identified as targets, suggesting their insights on Iran may have attracted Israeli interest
- The Defense Intelligence Agency has corroborated the increase in Israeli spying, which aligns with President Trumps potential agreement with Iran
- Israels concerns about the U.S. possibly easing sanctions and reducing military actions against Iran are seen as threats to its strategic goals
- An incident where Israeli officials placed tracking devices on a U.S. Secret Service vehicle underscores the severity of the espionage and raises national security alarms
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YOUTUBE2026-06-12the watch floor
Back to Benghazi | Episode 2: The Annex
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Back to Benghazi | Episode 2: The Annex
The CIA annex in Benghazi has been completely demolished, leaving only a dirt patch where the buildings once stood. Despite this destruction, the surrounding neighborhood has seen positive development with new shops and …
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CIA Response
- Highlights the importance of real-time notifications during the Benghazi attack
- Critiques the delayed response due to miscommunication and misinformation
Criticism of U.S. Government
- Questions the effectiveness of the U.S. governments response to the attack
- Raises concerns about accountability for the deaths of CIA officers
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- Notes the emotional connection of former CIA personnel to the annex
- Acknowledges the positive development in the surrounding neighborhood post-attack
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The CIA annex in Benghazi has been completely demolished, leaving only a dirt patch where the buildings once stood. Despite this destruction, the surrounding neighborhood has seen positive development with new shops and restaurants.
- The CIA annex in Benghazi has been completely demolished, leaving only a dirt patch where the buildings once stood, marking significant changes in the area since 2012
- Hosts Sarah Adams and Dave Boone Benton express their emotional connection to the annex, which served as a home away from home during their time there
- Despite the annexs destruction, the surrounding neighborhood has experienced positive development, with new shops and restaurants indicating community resilience amid past violence
- The episode aims to clarify the timeline of events during the attacks on the consulate and the annex, using CCTV footage timestamps for accuracy
- Discussion will focus on the actions of the Global Response Team during the attacks, highlighting the importance of understanding the sequence of events to grasp the overall narrative of the Benghazi incident
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The episode discusses the CIA's real-time notifications during the Benghazi attack, clarifying the timeline and countering conspiracy theories. It also highlights miscommunication regarding a backup team that delayed the CIA's response.
- C-15, an essential fatty acid discovered through research on aging dolphins by Dr. Stephanie Van Watson, is beneficial for cellular health
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- During the Benghazi attack, the CIA received real-time notifications that clarified the timeline of events, countering conspiracy theories about the timing of the attack
- Miscommunication regarding a backup team that was never dispatched delayed the CIA teams response to the consulate attack, revealing coordination issues during the crisis
- The backup team was linked to a security unit associated with the Muslim Brotherhood, complicating the response dynamics during the attack
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CONTEXT: time taken for the CIA team to get ready to respond
WHY: This indicates the urgency of the situation and the potential for rapid response
EVIDENCE: the team loads up and they're ready to go within 7 minutes
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The episode details the CIA's real-time notifications during the Benghazi attack and the miscommunication that delayed their response. It emphasizes the need for transparency, particularly regarding the release of CCTV footage from the incident.
- The CIA received real-time notifications about the consulate attack, with accurate logs from the State Department that challenge conspiracy theories regarding the incidents timing
- A significant delay in the CIAs response was caused by misinformation about a backup team, which was actually composed of individuals involved in the attack
- The team leader was misinformed about the support from a local security group, which had instead sent operatives to attack the consulate
- Frustration mounted among the CIA team as they awaited orders that never materialized, revealing critical communication and decision-making failures during the crisis
- There is a call for the release of CCTV footage from the incident to promote transparency and accountability over a decade later
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CONTEXT: percentage of profits donated to charity by Bubs Natural
WHY: This reflects the company's commitment to social responsibility
EVIDENCE: they give 10% of their profits to charity
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The episode examines the timeline and communication failures during the Benghazi attack, particularly focusing on the delayed response from the CIA. It highlights the critical moments that escalated the situation and the tragic outcomes for U.S.
- The fire at the ambassadors villa ignited 19 minutes into the attack, underscoring the urgent need for a quicker response from nearby forces to potentially avert the fire and subsequent fatalities
- At 10:05 PM, the CIAs Global Response Staff (GRS) team opted to engage after receiving urgent communication from the State Department, yet there was a notable delay in informing CIA headquarters about the situation
- Senior leaders experienced confusion regarding the response timing due to misinformation about the attacks immediacy and the deployment of response teams
- The GRS team confronted terrorists at a checkpoint shortly after departing the CIA annex, marking a pivotal moment that instilled fear in the attackers and led to their retreat
- The sequence of events reveals significant failures in communication and coordination, contributing to the escalation of the attack and tragic outcomes for U.S. personnel
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CONTEXT: time from the phone call to the GRS team's departure
WHY: This indicates a significant delay in response that could have impacted the outcome
EVIDENCE: this is 23 minutes from when they get the phone call
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CONTEXT: delay in informing CIA headquarters about the attack
WHY: This delay contributed to confusion among senior leaders regarding the response
EVIDENCE: they waited 25 minutes to inform him of the attack
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CONTEXT: of terrorists on the compound
WHY: This indicates the scale of the threat faced by the responding team
EVIDENCE: there's about 80 on the compound
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CONTEXT: of terrorists coordinating around the compound
WHY: This highlights the extensive coordination of the attackers during the incident
EVIDENCE: another 70 75 terrorists coordinating the streets off around the compound
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The episode discusses the CIA's delayed response during the Benghazi attack, highlighting the confusion among senior leaders due to a lack of real-time updates. It emphasizes the CIA's unique role in mounting a significant response amidst the chaos.
- The CIAs response to the Benghazi consulate attack was hampered by delays, causing confusion among senior leaders who lacked real-time updates
- A drone, initially restricted from flying over Benghazi, was later deployed to gather intelligence on the attackers, including a key figure named Sufion Ben Kumo
- During the 13-hour attack, the CIA was the only agency to mount a significant response, with the Chief of Station in Tripoli coordinating a rescue team
- The CIAs response team included a linguist and two Department of Defense officers, showcasing inter-agency collaboration during the crisis
- By 10:30 PM, the CIA team had arrived at the consulate, marking a crucial point in the efforts to assist State Department personnel
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CONTEXT: time when the CIA team arrived at the consulate
WHY: This marks a crucial point in the efforts to assist State Department personnel
EVIDENCE: it's finally at 10.30 when we can see on the cameras at the consulate the CIA team start rolling onto the count pound
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The episode discusses the CIA's delayed response during the Benghazi attack, highlighting significant communication failures. It emphasizes the chaotic environment and the interconnectedness of various militant groups involved in the incident.
- The CIA Annex rescue operation commenced around 11 p.m, about 30 minutes after the consulate attack began, revealing communication and response delays
- President Obama was not made aware of the attack until 11 p.m, highlighting significant gaps in the chain of command and situational awareness
- During the second attack, terrorists were positioned nearby, enabling them to ambush responding vehicles, which illustrates the chaotic environment
- Wassam Ben Hamid, a key terrorist figure, received a call from a militia leader in Tripoli, reflecting the interconnectedness of various groups and misinformation regarding military support
- At the time, Ben Hamid led a militia associated with the Muslim Brotherhood and later became a senior leader in al-Qaeda, indicating the evolving nature of militant leadership
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The episode details the coordinated mortar attack on the CIA Annex by al-Qaeda, which was a strategic response to the arrival of American forces. It highlights the chaotic environment and the critical moments leading to the tragic outcomes for U.S.
- The mortar attack on the CIA Annex was a calculated response by al-Qaeda to the arrival of American forces, aimed at eliminating them and forcing their withdrawal from Benghazi
- At 11:17 PM, State Department officers were ambushed shortly after leaving the consulate, while a CIA team retrieved the remains of Sean Smith, underscoring the chaotic conditions
- A photojournalist who arrived post-attack documented looters, countering misinformation that he was involved with the attackers
- The return of the State Department vehicle to the CIA Annex at 11:23 PM was perilous, as they narrowly escaped further assaults
- A CIA officers ability to secure a private plane during the crisis highlighted the significance of established relationships and rapid decision-making in emergencies
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CONTEXT: time of the ambush on State Department officers
WHY: This marks a critical moment in the timeline of the attack
EVIDENCE: it's 1117 the department of state officers leave the consulate this is then when they get ambushed
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The episode examines the CIA's response during the Benghazi attack, focusing on communication failures and the chaotic environment. It highlights the involvement of a mortar team linked to a key figure in the attacks, raising questions about accountability.
- The CIAs chief of base in Benghazi, Bob, declined an offer of safety from Muhammad al-Grabbi due to concerns about Iranian detainees at his compound
- Al-Grabbis call was interpreted as a status check on the CIAs presence, coinciding with a planned mortar strike against the annex led by Somban Hameed
- The mortar team, while not affiliated with the CIA, was considered the best available in the area, raising concerns about the U.S. governments accountability for the attacks
- Five members of the mortar team were related to Ahmed Abu Catala, a Libyan terrorist labeled by the FBI as the mastermind of the Benghazi attacks, highlighting issues of justice
- The narrative surrounding Catalas trial obscured al-Qaedas true involvement, complicating efforts to address the actual perpetrators of the attacks on the CIA annex
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The episode discusses the composition and backgrounds of a 10-man mortar team that attacked the CIA annex in Benghazi, revealing significant oversights in U.S. intelligence.
- A 10-man mortar team attacked the CIA annex in Benghazi, with none of its members listed on U.S. watchlists, indicating a significant oversight by authorities
- Five members of the mortar team are related to Ahmed Abu Catala, raising concerns about the integrity of the investigation and potential manipulation of legal narratives
- The attackers had diverse professional backgrounds, including law, accounting, and education, challenging the stereotype of terrorists as solely militant figures
- The initial assault on the CIA annex occurred shortly after midnight, followed by a larger coordinated attack, highlighting a concerted effort against U.S. interests
- Despite having actionable intelligence on the attackers, there has been a lack of significant government action to pursue them, suggesting a failure to address ongoing threats
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The episode discusses the coordinated mortar attack on the CIA Annex in Benghazi, highlighting the misinformation that misled Team Tripoli about the ambassador's location. It emphasizes the tactical efficiency of the attackers and the chaotic environment faced by U.S.
- The CIA Annex attack featured coordinated assaults, starting shortly after midnight, with a larger attack occurring at 1:11 AM, indicating strategic planning by the attackers
- Team Tripoli, arriving in Benghazi at 1:35 AM, became a target for Libyan security forces, who were misled about the location of Ambassador Stevens
- Misinformation was pivotal during the crisis, as Team Tripoli received false reports suggesting the ambassador was at a hospital controlled by terrorists
- At 4:45 AM, the Libyan Shield commander assisted Team Tripoli in reaching the CIA Annex, where they were ambushed shortly after arriving at 5:05 AM, reflecting a lack of threat awareness
- The GRS team noted the attackers tactical efficiency, reporting that six mortars were fired within 73 seconds during the assault
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The episode discusses the coordinated mortar attack on the CIA Annex in Benghazi, highlighting the rapid precision of the strikes and the chaotic environment. It raises concerns about the lack of accountability for the deaths of CIA officers and the misinformation surrounding the ambassador's location.
- The mortar attack on the CIA Annex commenced at 5:17 AM, with six mortars targeting the north perimeter wall and the CIAs skiff, indicating a well-coordinated assault
- The rapid precision of the mortar strikes demonstrates the attackers effectiveness, raising concerns about the lack of U.S. government pursuit of these threats against CIA personnel
- The episode highlights the chaotic conditions during the attack, exacerbated by misinformation regarding the ambassadors whereabouts
- Future episodes will clarify misconceptions about the rescue of the ambassadors body and the forces involved, differentiating them from Libyan Shield
- The narrative points to a troubling lack of accountability for the deaths of CIA officers, reflecting broader issues in U.S. government responses to such crises
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CONTEXT: of direct hits on the CIA's skiff
WHY: This highlights the effectiveness of the attackers in targeting critical infrastructure
EVIDENCE: a fifth mortar hits that same north perimeter wall and then at 5.18.53 the sixth mortar and the third direct impact hits the CIA's skiff
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YOUTUBE2026-06-11the grayzone
Israel to integrate with US military, infiltrate Albania
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Israel to integrate with US military, infiltrate Albania
The U.S. government's acceptance of preemptive wars is under scrutiny, raising concerns about the legitimacy of force used by authorities.
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Pro-Israel Influence
- Claims that Israeli espionage is critical to U.S. national security interests
- Argues that military cooperation with Israel enhances U.S. defense capabilities
Critique of Israeli Influence
- Highlights the risks of U.S. dependency on Israeli intelligence and military technology
- Questions the legitimacy of Israeli actions that compromise U.S. sovereignty
Neutral / Shared
- Notes the internal divisions within the Israeli government regarding military strategy
- Observes public protests in Albania against foreign investments linked to Israeli interests
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The U.S. government's acceptance of preemptive wars is under scrutiny, raising concerns about the legitimacy of force used by authorities.
- The U.S. governments acceptance of preemptive wars is under scrutiny, raising concerns about the legitimacy of force used by authorities
- Max Blumenthal highlights the implications of Israeli espionage on U.S. officials, noting a report from the Defense Intelligence Agency indicating significant levels of Israeli spying
- Israeli intelligence has reportedly targeted key figures such as Steve Whitkoff and Elbridge Colby, raising alarms about the monitoring of their communications with the President
- Concerns about security have intensified following the discovery of Israeli tracking devices on U.S. Secret Service vehicles during visits by Israeli leadership
- The situation is further complicated by Donald Trumps recent decision to postpone military action against Iran, which has heightened anxiety among Israeli leaders regarding potential U.S.-Iran agreements
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The integration of Israeli defense technology into U.S. military production raises concerns about economic dependencies and national security.
- Donald Trump is reportedly concerned about the potential backlash from opposing Israel, echoing sentiments expressed by others regarding Netanyahus influence
- There are allegations that Israel installed surveillance devices, including stingray technology, within the White House to monitor Trumps communications, raising significant security and sovereignty issues
- The National Defense Authorization Act contains provisions that may limit U.S. policy independence by binding military cooperation with Israel, potentially increasing Israeli influence over Congress
- Section 224 of the NDA requires extensive data sharing between U.S. and Israeli military intelligence, which could put pressure on U.S
- The integration of Israeli defense technology into U.S. military production may lead to economic dependencies in U.S
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CONTEXT: total aid provided to Israel since 1948
WHY: This figure highlights the significant financial commitment of the U.S. to Israel, influencing bilateral relations
EVIDENCE: the $200 billion of aid, which the U.S. has provided to Israel since 1948
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The U.S. is set to enhance military and intelligence cooperation with Israel, potentially compromising its own security interests.
- The National Defense Authorization Act mandates extensive military and intelligence cooperation between the U.S. and Israel, which may compromise U.S
- Section 224 establishes a U.S.-Israel Defense Technology Cooperation Initiative, potentially positioning Israel as a key player in U.S. defense production through significant data and technology sharing
- Section 622 requires the U.S. to share all intelligence with Israel, raising concerns about the one-sided nature of this relationship given Israels history of espionage against U.S
- The legislation may enhance Israeli influence over the U.S. Congress, as representatives from districts with military production facilities could feel compelled to support Israel to safeguard local jobs
- The evolving U.S.-Israel relationship is becoming less transparent and accountable, shifting from traditional diplomatic oversight to a focus on defense sector collaboration
- There are concerns that this legislation could impact U.S. foreign policy, particularly regarding Iran, as Israel might use its influence to instigate conflict and manipulate U.S
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Israel is intensifying military operations in Lebanon, which raises concerns about escalating tensions with Iran. The internal divisions within the Israeli government regarding military strategy could impact U.S.-Israel relations.
- Israel is intensifying military operations in Lebanon, targeting areas deemed non-strategic, which is perceived as a tactic to escalate tensions with Iran
- There is a split within the Israeli government regarding military strategy, with some officials pushing for increased aggression while others advocate for focusing on the West Bank and annexation
- Netanyahu is under pressure from coalition partners who disagree on managing U.S. relations and military strategies, especially following recent announcements from Trump
- The ultra-Orthodox communitys resistance to mandatory military service presents a significant challenge for Netanyahus coalition, risking the alienation of a crucial voter base
- The Israeli Supreme Courts decision regarding military service for ultra-Orthodox men remains unenforced, allowing Netanyahu to postpone implementation amid coalition instability
- Jared Kushners role in negotiations in Albania raises concerns about U.S. foreign policy and its implications in the region, underscoring the complexities of international diplomacy
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Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump are involved in a $4.5 billion luxury resort project on Sazan Island in Albania, which has sparked public protests. The project, linked to Israeli interests and foreign investments, raises concerns about national sovereignty and regional influence.
- Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump were motivated to create a $4.5 billion luxury resort on Sazan Island in Albania, an ecologically protected area, following their visit in 2021
- The project, backed by significant foreign investment from Gulf monarchies and linked to Israel, has incited public protests in Albania, referred to as the flamingo revolution, aimed at preserving national sovereignty
- Albanian Prime Minister Edirama has downplayed the protests, attributing them to external influences, despite his governments strong military and intelligence collaboration with Israel, including major arms purchases
- The resorts placement on a former Soviet military base raises concerns about its potential role as a strategic asset for Israeli influence in the region, coinciding with Israels expanding land acquisitions nearby
- Critics contend that Kushners activities in Albania exemplify a broader trend of foreign exploitation, impacting local governance and international relations
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CONTEXT: of hotel rooms planned for the resort
WHY: The scale of the project suggests a major shift in local tourism and economy
EVIDENCE: 10,000 hotel rooms
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Israel is increasing its military and intelligence collaboration with the U.S., which may affect U.S. security interests.
- Max Blumenthal examines Jared Kushners role in a luxury resort project on Sazan Island, Albania, which is associated with Israeli interests and Gulf investments
- Public protests, labeled the flamingo revolution, have emerged in Albania against the resort, emphasizing concerns over national sovereignty and foreign intervention
- Prime Minister Edirama attributes the protests to adversaries of Israel, indicating Albanias increasing military and intelligence collaboration with Israel
- The resort project is perceived as part of a larger Israeli strategy for regional influence, drawing comparisons to Israeli land acquisitions in Cyprus and military operations in Greece
- Blumenthal questions the legitimacy of Kushners business ventures, suggesting they may facilitate foreign investments linked to Trump-related businesses
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