Despite stark differences, leaders agreed to hold parliamentary and presidential elections

Tunisia President Beji Caid Essebsi (L) stands with French President Emmanuel Macron as they bid farewell following the International conference on Libya held at the Elysee Palace in Paris on May 29, 2018.

The gathering of Libyan leaders in Paris this week marked a positive step for the violence-wracked country, but analysts warn the absence of key players could make the optimism short-lived.

The Tuesday meeting hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron brought together four leaders representing most - but notably not all - of Libya's rival factions.