In pictures: Blair in Libya

1 of 8 The British Airways plane that took Tony Blair to Tripoli raised the Libyan flag as the prime minister descended the steps.

2 of 8 Mr Blair was greeted by a young boy who exchanged kisses with the prime minister and presented a bouquet of flowers.

3 of 8 Mr Blair and Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi posed for photographs at the moment of their historic handshake.

4 of 8 Mr Blair's decision to make the visit has divided families of those killed in the Lockerbie bombing.

5 of 8 Their controversial meeting took place in a traditional Bedouin tent on the outskirts of Tripoli.

6 of 8 Mr Blair greeted the Libyan leader saying: "It's good to be here at last after so many months."

7 of 8 After their talks, the two leaders took a stroll outside.

8 of 8 They clearly have much to talk about.