Libya peace talks begin: what are they likely to achieve?

UN negotiations get under way in Geneva, but many are sceptical a deal can be reached

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Libya Dawn militants fire an anti-tank cannon at forces loyal to the country's internationally recognised government near the Wetia military base 
(Image credit: Mahmud Turkia/AFP/Getty Images)

The United Nations will convene the latest round of peace talks in Geneva today as it tries again to end the conflict in Libya.

Negotiators are pushing for the formation of a national unity government to help end the civil war which has forced thousands to flee across the Mediterranean and allowed Islamic State to establish a base in the country.

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