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Sudan's Opposition and Ruling TMC Sign Political Accord

Naba Mohiedeen

   KHARTOUM - Sudan's ruling Military Council and a coalition of
   opposition groups signed a power-sharing accord in Khartoum Wednesday.
   Analysts say the accord is an important step forward after months of
   unrest, but not everyone is convinced it is a new beginning for Sudan.

   The accord calls for a three-year transitional period leading to
   elections for a civilian-led government. A ruling "sovereign council"
   will have six members from the opposition FFC and five from the TMC.
   A TMC member will lead the council for 21 months, after which the
   leader will come from the opposition.

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