Boris backs peace talks in Libya

BORIS JOHNSON has called on Libya’s factions to work together for peace after making his first visit to the country.

The Foreign Secretary urged leading figures to “seize the momentum” generated by talks this week between prime minister Fayez Sarraj and rival Khalifa Haftar, who heads the Libyan National Army that dominates eastern areas of the state.

Libya was plunged into chaos following the overthrow of Muammar Gaddafi in 2011 and the power vacuum fuelled a wave of violence and terror in the nation.

Mr Johnson met Mr Sarraj, who leads the UN backed Government of National Accord, in Tripoli to discuss British support to bring about security in the state.