"When we see that, we will consider restarting negotiations."

But rebel groups have refused to even consider negotiations with his Government.

But Grumman made it clear in its statement that these preliminary discussions could not be considered negotiations.

"We are very open and willing to consider negotiations so it's efficient for both sides," he told investors in a conference call yesterday.

Mr. Zoellick has declined to consider major new negotiations on the subject.

North Korea suggested today that it did not consider negotiations finished.

The discussions today are not to be considered formal negotiations, according to Paul Costello, a spokesman for the union.

Molanus considered further negotiations in vain, as the Protestants would never concede the matter of communion under both species.

Should she signal that the United States was considering negotiations with Iran?

We have to keep up cautious and considered negotiations so that we are not fooled by changes that may turn out to be temporary.