41.   They will be backed up by attack helicopters and artillery if needed, he said.

42.   The announcement came early Wednesday after a second phone call between the two leaders apparently resolved issues which government sources here had earlier said still needed to be agreed.

43.   The conference, which would meet regularly, should be empowered to make changes to the constitution if needed, the party said.

44.   The Independence would still be available to deploy anywhere in the world if needed, the Navy said.