Libya forces clash after UN chief meets Haftar

Libya forces loyal to commander Khalifa Haftar clashed with pro-government fighters south of Tripoli Friday, after UN chief Antonio Guterres sought to avoid a flare-up at talks with the strongman.Haftar on Thursday launched an offensive to take the capital, held by a UN-backed unity government and an array of militias.The lightning assault was met with international appeals for restraint and the UN Security Council was holding an emergency meeting.