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'I Take Responsibility', Says Clinton at Benghazi Hearing

Hillary Clinton took responsibility for Benghazi attack and cited a "personal" commitment to improving security.

'I Take Responsibility', Says Clinton at Benghazi Hearing

Algerian Hostage Crisis May be the New Benghazi for the U.S.

Source: Just before Algerian crisis, U.S. received a number of reports that "something big" would be carried out against a Western target.

Algerian Hostage Crisis May be the New Benghazi for the U.S.

New US Travel Warning After Algeria's Al Qaeda Terror Attack

The US has issued a travel alert warning to avoid travel to Algeria following an Al Qaeda-linked terror attack that left 32 hostages dead.

New US Travel Warning After Algeria's Al Qaeda Terror Attack

1 Police Officer Dead in Benghazi Bombing

One police officer is dead in a car bombing this week in Libya’s Benghazi, the second such attack in as many days.

1 Police Officer Dead in Benghazi Bombing

House Cte: Not Enough White House Support for Benghazi Probe

A senior GOP Congressman says the White House is withholding support for the probe of the attack on the US Consulate in Benghazi.

House Cte: Not Enough White House Support for Benghazi Probe

Italy Closes Benghazi Consulate Following Gun Attack

Italy temporarily closed its consulate in Benghazi on Tuesday and pulled its staff out of the country following a failed gun attack.

Italy Closes Benghazi Consulate Following Gun Attack

Clinton to Testify on Benghazi Attack Next Week

Clinton scheduled to testify next Wednesday before the House Foreign Affairs Committee regarding the Sept. 11 terror attack in Benghazi.

Clinton to Testify on Benghazi Attack Next Week

Sources: Clinton's Benghazi Testimony Expected in Two Weeks

Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is expected to testify regarding the Benghazi terror attack within the next two weeks, sources said.

Sources: Clinton's Benghazi Testimony Expected in Two Weeks

Tunisia Releases Suspect in Benghazi Attack

A court in Tunis ordered the release of Ali Hamzi, a Tunisian suspected of involvement in the terror attack on the U.S. consulate in Libya.

Tunisia Releases Suspect in Benghazi Attack

Hillary Clinton Discharged from NY Hospital Following Blood Clot

Secretary of State Hillary Clinton was discharged from a New York hospital on Wednesday after being treated for a blood clot near her brain.

Hillary Clinton Discharged from NY Hospital Following Blood Clot

Bomb Hits Prosecutor's Office in Benghazi

An improvised bomb exploded outside the headquarters of the public prosecutor in the Libyan city of Benghazi.

Bomb Hits Prosecutor's Office in Benghazi

Report: State Dept, Lack of Intelligence to Blame for Benghazi

A Senate report claims the decision to keep the US embassy in Benghazi open despite increasingly dangerous threats was a "grievous mistake"

Report: State Dept, Lack of Intelligence to Blame for Benghazi

Obama Admits 'Huge Problems' in Benghazi Security

Obama admits that a probe into deadly attack on the US consulate in Benghazi uncovered a "huge problem" in security procedures.

Obama Admits 'Huge Problems' in Benghazi Security

On Payroll After 'Resignation', Another 'Lie in Web of Lies'

Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen slammed State Dept. over report that officials who were said to have resigned over Benghazi are still on payroll.

On Payroll After 'Resignation', Another 'Lie in Web of Lies'

One Resigns, Three Suspended as Benghazi Investigation Continues

A top State Department official resigned and three others were suspended as major security failures in Benghazi are revealed

One Resigns, Three Suspended as Benghazi Investigation Continues

Three Top State Department Officials Resign Over Benghazi

Three top officials in State Department resigned Wednesday in wake of a scathing report which cited "systemic failures" in Benghazi attack.

Three Top State Department Officials Resign Over Benghazi

State Department Slammed for 'Inadequate' Security in Benghazi

An inquiry into the deadly terrorist attack on the US mission in Benghazi has slammed State Department for "grossly inadequate" security.

State Department Slammed for 'Inadequate' Security in Benghazi

U.S. Lawmakers to Review Secret Report on Benghazi Attack

U.S. lawmakers begin scouring a top secret report which could highlight security failings surrounding the attack in Libya.

U.S. Lawmakers to Review Secret Report on Benghazi Attack

Susan Rice to Obama: Don't Pick Me as Secretary of State

Susan Rice asks Obama not to pick her as his next secretary of state following criticism over the raid on the U.S. consulate in Benghazi.

Susan Rice to Obama: Don't Pick Me as Secretary of State

Benghazi Attack Suspect Arrested, Masterminding New Terror Group

A suspect arrested for the deadly September 11 attack on the U.S. Consulate in Benghazi is believed to be organizing a new terror group.

Benghazi Attack Suspect Arrested, Masterminding New Terror Group

Why Is the NY Times Islamist Terrorism's Apologist?

Why Is the NY Times Islamist Terrorism's Apologist?

Libyan Security Chief Assassinated in Benghazi

Unknown gunmen assassinated the temporary security director for the eastern Libyan city of Benghazi, state media reported Wednesday.

Libyan Security Chief Assassinated in Benghazi

Broadwell: Petraeus Knew of Benghazi Plea for Help

Writer allegedly involved with ex-CIA chief said he knew "within 24 hours" of CIA annex's request for reinforcements.

Broadwell: Petraeus Knew of Benghazi Plea for Help

House Panel to Hold Closed Hearing on Deadly Libya Attack

The House Intelligence Committee is planning to hold a closed hearing next week to discuss the brutal attack on the U.S. Consulate in Libya.

House Panel to Hold Closed Hearing on Deadly Libya Attack

Obama's Omitted Libya Remarks Leave Public 'Dumbstruck'

In new "60 Minutes" clips released by CBS News, Obama refuses to call Benghazi attack an act of terrorism when asked directly.

Obama's Omitted Libya Remarks Leave Public 'Dumbstruck'

FBI to Probe Benghazi Suspect

The FBI is expected to question a suspect in the deadly attack on the U.S. consulate in Libya attack, "in the coming days," official said.

FBI to Probe Benghazi Suspect

Official: Help Was in Benghazi within 25 Minutes

Senior U.S. intelligence official dismisses reports that CIA officials denied requests to assist during the attack in Benghazi.

Official: Help Was in Benghazi within 25 Minutes

White House Rebuffs Rumors in Nixed Benghazi Operation

The Obama administration rebuffed rumors that the president had nixed an operation to rescue U.S. diplomats under attack in Benghazi.

White House Rebuffs Rumors in Nixed Benghazi Operation

Slain Libya Hero's Dad: Hillary Lied to Me

Father of ex-Marine Tyrone Woods in emotional interview: "The order was – don't help them, let them die."

Slain Libya Hero's Dad: Hillary Lied to Me

Pentagon: Libya Rumor 'Absolutely False'

US military officials denied claims that head of US Africa Command Gen. Carter Ham may have been fired due to response over Benghazi attack.

Pentagon: Libya Rumor 'Absolutely False'

Emanuel Claims Obama 'Took Control' After Libya Attack

Former White House Chief of Staff Rahm Emanuel defended Obama's handling of the attack on the U.S. Consulate in Benghazi.

Emanuel Claims Obama 'Took Control' After Libya Attack

Benghazi Help Requests Denied? Obama won't Say

Asked twice if the consulate was denied help, the president avoids a direct answer.

Benghazi Help Requests Denied? Obama won't Say

Report: Obama Watched Libya Attack Live

Lt. Col. (ret.) Tony Shaffer on Fox News: sources say president watched assault from White House.

Report: Obama Watched Libya Attack Live

Obama Admin Ignored 3 Pleas for Help from Besieged Consulate

American media says it has proof of a cover up that Obama officials ignored 3 pleas for help during the attack on the consulate in Benghazi.

Obama Admin Ignored 3 Pleas for Help from Besieged Consulate

Panetta: No Reliable Intelligence During Benghazi Attack

Panetta: U.S. military leaders ruled out sending in forces during the attack in Benghazi because of a lack of reliable intelligence.

Panetta: No Reliable Intelligence During Benghazi Attack

'They Watched, and Our People Died' in Benghazi'

A US drone was hovering over the US Consulate in Benghazi last month as Al Qaeda-linked terrorists murdered Ambassador Chris Stevens.

'They Watched, and Our People Died' in Benghazi'

Clinton: Facebook and Twitter are Not Evidence

U.S. Secretary of State Clinton claims Facebook and Twitter were not "evidence" of terrorist involvement in Bnghazi attack.

Clinton: Facebook and Twitter are Not Evidence

Report: Benghazi Attack Also Targeted CIA Installation

The September 11 attack in Benghazi, Libya, also hit a covert CIA installation, U.S. officials say.

Report: Benghazi Attack Also Targeted CIA Installation

Libyan Islamist Denies Link to Benghazi Attack

Libyan Islamist leader Ahmed Abu Khattala denies any role in the attack that killed Ambassador Chris Stevens and three other Americans.

Libyan Islamist Denies Link to Benghazi Attack

Father of Amb Stevens: 'Don't Jump to Conclusions'

U.S. Ambassador Chris Stevens' father requests campaign to wait before "snap judgements".

Father of Amb Stevens: 'Don't Jump to Conclusions'

CBS News Reporter Slams Obama Over Taliban Lie

CBS News reporter Lara Logan lambasts the Obama administration for pushing the "major lie" that the Taliban has been weakened.

CBS News Reporter Slams Obama Over Taliban Lie

Congressional Hearing Over Benghazi Attack

US officials: security levels at the consulate in Benghazi were adequate for 9/11 anniversary, attacks displayed an unprecedented veracity.

Congressional Hearing Over Benghazi Attack

Officials: Benghazi Consulate Invaded by Armed Mob

Dozens of armed men invaded the U.S. consulate in Benghazi last month, officials say in a detailed account of the deadly assault.

Officials: Benghazi Consulate Invaded by Armed Mob

Calls for Benghazi Security Denied, Say Top Republicans

U.S. officials refused calls for more security at its Benghazi consulate despite attacks on Western targets in the city, say Republicans.

Calls for Benghazi Security Denied, Say Top Republicans

First Steps Taken in Plans to Capture Libyan Militants

American Joint Special Operations Command prepping for possible plans to capture Libyan militants responsible for deadly attacks

First Steps Taken in Plans to Capture Libyan Militants

Obama Slammed for ‘Libya Lies’

US papers take Obama to task for “lies” on Libya, say anti-Islam video was a red herring.

Obama Slammed for ‘Libya Lies’

Libyan Leader: Embassy Attack Unrelated to Islam Video

Mohammed Magariaf says assault had "nothing to do" with Innocence of Muslims, contradicting Obama.

Libyan Leader: Embassy Attack Unrelated to Islam Video

Obama: Benghazi Attack More than 'Mob Action'

Obama says the attack in Benghazi was clearly more than a "mob action", says best way to deal with offensive films is to ignore them.

Obama: Benghazi Attack More than 'Mob Action'

Libyan President Apologizes for Death of U.S. Ambassador

Libya’s new President, Mohamed al-Megaryef, vows his country would not be a burden to the international community.

Libyan President Apologizes for Death of U.S. Ambassador

Rep. Rogers Doubts Benghazi Attack Related to Mohammed Film

Rep. Mike Rogers: there's no proof that the attack on the consulate in Libya was related to protests over an anti-Islam video.

Rep. Rogers Doubts Benghazi Attack Related to Mohammed Film

Report: Al Qaeda, Ansar al-Shari'a Coordinated Benghazi Attack

Intelligence sources told Fox News the attack on the US Consulate in Libya was coordinated between Al Qaeda and Ansar al-Shari'a terrorists.

Report: Al Qaeda, Ansar al-Shari'a Coordinated Benghazi Attack

Libyan Authorities Dissolve All Militias and Armed Groups

Libyan authorities announced their decision to dissolve all militias and armed groups that do not come under State authority.

Libyan Authorities Dissolve All Militias and Armed Groups

Video of Stevens Murder: What Really Happened

Video which some news outlets claimed had showed Libyans trying to save Ambassador Stevens turns out to show the opposite.

Video of Stevens Murder: What Really Happened

White House Admits Libya Attack was Terrorism

No longer calling Benghazi attack "spontaneous," spokesman Carney says it is "self evident" that it was terrorism.

White House Admits Libya Attack was Terrorism

Libyan Security Official Quits Over Attack on U.S. Consulate

Libyan official quits his job, highlighting tensions in the security establishment after a terror attack on the U.S. consulate in Benghazi.

Libyan Security Official Quits Over Attack on U.S. Consulate

Libya Arrests 50 in Connection with Benghazi Attack

Libya's parliament chief says some 50 people have been arrested in connection with the killing of U.S. ambassador Chris Stevens in Benghazi.

Libya Arrests 50 in Connection with Benghazi Attack

Col. Hunt: Libya Embassy Guards had No Bullets

"The State Department just allowed our guys to get killed," says Fox News military analyst Col. David Hunt.

Col. Hunt: Libya Embassy Guards had No Bullets

Turkish PM Slams Muslim Extremist Violence at Embassies

Turkish PM Recep Tayyip Erdogan denounced an anti-Islam video mocking the Prophet Mohammed, but said it cannot justify acts of terror.

Turkish PM Slams Muslim Extremist Violence at Embassies

Israeli Arabs Protest 'Anti-Muslim Video'

Hundreds of Arabs protested Saturday in Israel against an amateur video that satirized the life of Prophet Mohammed, founder of Islam.

Israeli Arabs Protest 'Anti-Muslim Video'

Egypt Clears Out Anti-US Protesters in Cairo

Egyptian security forces cleared away anti-US protesters in Cairo as riots entered a fourth day on Saturday.

Egypt Clears Out Anti-US Protesters in Cairo