The Kiev offices of Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovych are unguarded, with opposition protesters apparently in full control of the government district, say BBC correspondents.

The capital is quiet, a deal was signed to end a political crisis in which dozens have died.

The pact says a unity government will be formed and elections held.

These developments Friday gave hope to the Eastern European nation. But as long as angry protesters pack Kiev's Maidan, or Independence Square, as long as the emotions remain raw, as long as the bloodshed is still fresh, this story isn't over, reports CNN.

"I feel very proud of Ukrainians because we showed we are able to struggle for our future, our freedom," said Sophia Holotna, whose friend was among the scores of demonstrators killed in the capital.

"But now I feel almost very sadness. It's my first feeling."

The agreement -- hashed out overnight and into the afternoon among Ukrainian leaders, opposition figures and European Union representatives drew some cheers when it was announced to the Maidan crowd. 

Despite the deal, many protesters say they do not believe Mr Yanukovych can be trusted and demand the president's resignation.

“The deal is not enough,"

“This agreement does not pay for the life of my friend and the lives of the Ukrainian people," said one of the protester, Viola Danis

It is reported that protesters have set a deadline for President Viktor Yanukovych to resign by 10 a.m. Saturday.

According to BBC journalist, the roads leading up to the presidential building are now controlled by protesters. The gates are locked, with only a few security guards inside, he adds.

There are unconfirmed reports that President Yanukovych has left Kiev and had gone to Kharkiv, Ukraine's second's largest city, for a meeting.