Tripoli – Brigade 444 Combat categorically denies social media reports. These reports concern its alleged involvement in clashes in Zintan. They also include news about the killing of Saif al-Islam Gaddafi.
Brigade 444 Combat issued an official statement on its page. It confirmed it has no military force or field deployment inside Zintan. It also has no presence within Zintan’s geographical scope. The brigade has not received any instructions or orders. These would concern pursuing Saif al-Islam Gaddafi.
The brigade clarified this matter is not among its military or security duties. It is not concerned with events in Zintan. It has no direct or indirect connection to the clashes occurring there.
Brigade 444 Combat urged media outlets and social media users to verify information. They should rely on official statements. It warned against following rumors. These rumors aim to create confusion, unrest, and fabrication.