A sight that could signify a new beginning for Yemen - government forces withdraw from the capital, Sanaa.<br/> Spectators watch as soldiers around the city pack up their belongings and leave the city in armoured vehicles.<br/> Meanwhile, diggers clear away mounds of earth and rubble that had served as military barricades during the recent anti-government unrest.<br/> The move comes after a ceasefire, struck between troops loyal to nominal President Ali Abdullah Saleh and opposition fighters, appeared to be holding.<br/> (SOUNDBITE) (Arabic) YEMEN'S DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF MILITARY WORKS, BRIGADIER ABDUL MONAM MOHAMED SAID<br/> "We are now beginning to remove the barricades and rubble and -- God willing -- implement the agreement of the military committee and we are optimistic about this good move."<br/> Under a deal brokered by Yemen's wealthy Gulf neighbours last month, Saleh agreed to hand over power to his deputy in exchange for immunity from prosecution over the killing of demonstrators.<br/> His party and opposition parties agreed to form a unity government to lead the country to presidential elections next February.<br/> But dozens have been killed in fighting since then, with many Yemenis angry that the formal opposition accepted the deal.<br/> Sunita Rappai, Reuters
