While the lawsuits were tossed out on technical issues over jurisdiction, one of Hifter's lawyers, Paul Kamenar, said Hifter denied any role in the deaths of civilians.
Lawsuits against Khalifa Hifter, who is accused of war crimes in Libya, tossed by U.S. judge
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He said he's seeking the country's highest post to “lead our people in a fateful stage.”
Khalifa Hifter, key Libya commander, announces candidacy for president
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