The accords came after both sides extended their talks beyond an early-morning deadline.

A Pentagon official, speaking on the condition of anonymity, said a final accord could come over the weekend.

Though unresolved issues remain, a final accord, which is to include a referendum on self-rule for the south, could come within weeks.

Still, the accord came under fast criticism from right and left that it was both too little and too late.

Two accords came into effect following two special laws enacted on 13 July 2001.

Frederick never reached puberty and the accord never came into effect.

Moreover, the accord came with certain constrained resulting in administrative bottleneck.

Today's accord comes at a time of relative calm over trade issues with Japan.

The accord came as Democratic delegates began arriving for their week of party politicking and political partying.

He said a preliminary accord could come as soon as Tuesday.