Ukraine peace deal signed, opens way for early election

Message to opposition: "If you don't support this you will have martial law, the army, you'll all be dead."

KIEV (Reuters Canada) - Ukraine opposition leaders signed an EU-mediated peace deal with President Viktor Yanukovich on Friday, aiming to end a violent standoff that has left dozens dead and opening the way for a early presidential election this year.

NYTIMES: Accord Is Signed in Ukraine Amid Hopes That Bloodshed Will Stop