US judge dismisses civil lawsuits against Libyan commander Khalifa Hifter, citing lack of jurisdiction.

A US judge has dismissed civil lawsuits against Libyan military commander Khalifa Hifter, who was accused of war crimes committed during Libya's civil war. Despite Hifter holding US citizenship and living in Virginia for over 20 years, the judge stated she had no jurisdiction to preside over the case. Hifter was accused of killing innocent civilians in Libya; however, his legal team argued he denied any role in such actions. The dismissal of the lawsuits may be appealed.

April 14, 2024
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