The peace accord does not require such broad talks.

Each of those encounters faces obstacles, one of which is a Syrian refusal to take part in a third phase of broad regional talks.

In the other, broader talks, both governments seek basic changes.

Indeed, Washington proposed the broader talks in hopes of reducing item-by-item bickering.

The broader talks are not expected to yield a settlement for at least a couple of weeks.

The program is part of broader talks between Washington and Mexico City that tie migration to trade, energy, human rights and the fight against drug trafficking.

Mr. Mandela's announcement of a meeting that was to be secret appeared to undercut the prospects for broader talks.

The Sandinistas have repeatedly refused to enter into broad political talks with the rebels of the sort that were demanded here today.

But broad regional talks are the right approach, and they should include Japanese and Russian participation.

A task force of former government officials and academics also criticized the Administration's refusal to hold broad talks with Havana.