Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has met Libyan Prime Minister Fayez Sarraj. Diplomatic talks between Russia and Libya are expected to inject fresh hope into securing peace for the North African nation. The two countries have a long history of economic ties. And Russia is keen to show its commitment to the region. Libya's Sarraj hopes the talks with Lavrov will present a resolution to the wrangles between his UN-backed government and the rival faction led by army general Khalifa Haftar.