Greek Leftists Defeat Conservatives In Snap Election
The snap election was called by Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras as he stepped down following a referendum opposing an EU bailout plan his government had negotiated.
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Greek PM Steps Down, Calls New Elections, In Wake Of Bailout Deal
Alexis Tsipras, fresh from a bruising battle to push a European bailout plan through parliament, will resign ahead of fresh elections set for Sept. 20.
In Long, Raucous Session, Greek Parliament OKs Draft Bailout
The approval came despite a rebellion within the ranks of the ruling leftist party over harsh austerity measures imposed in exchange for the $93 billion deal.
Greek PM Tries To Sell Bailout Proposal At Home While Creditors Review It Abroad
In a meeting with the ruling coalition in Athens, Alexis Tsipras said Greeks had given him a mandate to get a better deal not bow out of the eurozone.
Greek Prime Minister Tells EU Leaders He Wants A United Europe
Alexis Tsipras spoke to the European Parliament in more measured tones, acknowledging that Greece's financial plight was not just caused by creditors. But he also stood his ground on Greece's debt.
Latest On Greek Crisis: Finance Minister Resigns, As EU Leaders Meet
Finance Minister Yanis Varoufakis said his resignation could help the prime minister negotiate a better deal with the EU. However, he said, he will wear the "loathing" of Greek creditors "with pride."
Why We Shouldn't Be Surprised By Greece's Impasse With Europe
Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras was elected on the promise of renegotiating the regimen of austerity imposed on Greece by its creditors. And Europe warned him it expected Greece to repay its debts.