The tentative accord appears to be a partial victory for the 57-year-old Mr. Feinstein.

The accord today appears to offer all sides a partial version of what they had sought.

But today's accord appeared to underscore the Bush Administration's opposition to this idea.

The accord appears to assure the continued influence of more conservative Nicaraguan rebel officials.

Unlike some supervisory agreements the accord does not appear to restrict First Nationwide's lending and other business activities.

Although many details remain unresolved, the accord appears to be a significant victory for China.

The accord appears to prohibit such assistance.

The new accord would appear to be among the broadest, because it involves more fundamental technology.

An accord with Cuba on phone service appears likely, telecommunications officials said.

A1 News analysis: An Israeli-Syrian accord appears to be essential.