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Portugal's Communists Say Ready to Back a Socialist Government
Portugal's Communist Party today said it would be willing to support a Socialist-led government, confirming a leftist bid to block the emergence of a minority right-wing government.
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Greek Lawmakers Elect New Speaker Ahead of Key Debate
Greece's former interior minister Nikos Voutsis was elected parliament speaker on Sunday as lawmakers geared up for a crucial debate on the Syriza government's reform programme.
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Challenging Task Ahead For Alexis Tsipras After Poll Victory: Greek Media
Greek Prime Minister-elect Alexis Tsipras has reaffirmed his dominance on the political landscape, but now faces the challenging task of building consensus in a fractious society traumatised by years of austerity, local media said today.
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Greece's Next Government: One Party or a Grand Coalition?
With Greece's snap elections on Sunday, the top two parties are neck and neck in the polls. Analysts say a full return to power for the leftist Syriza party, while still possible, is unlikely.
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Alexis Tsipras Asks Greeks For Outright Majority in September Vote
Greece's ex-prime minister Alexis Tsipras called today for voters in upcoming snap elections to give his radical left Syriza party a "strong mandate" to lead the crisis-hit nation.
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Greek Eurosceptics to Take Government Mandate Amid Early Election Row
A breakaway eurosceptic faction of Greece's Syriza party was to attempt to form a government Monday as the country headed for a likely September 20 snap ballot.
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Despite Coalition Efforts, Greece Heads for Polls
Greece's president formally gave the conservative opposition a chance today to form a new government after leftist Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras resigned, but the country appears almost certain to be heading to an election next month.
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Greek PM Alexis Tsipras Resigns, Seeks Snap Election in September
Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras has resigned today to pave the way for early elections on September 20, government officials said, hoping to quell a rebellion in his leftist Syriza party and seal support for a bailout programme.
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Greece to Hold Early Elections on September 20
Greece is likely to hold early elections on Sept 20, a Greek government official told reporters on Thursday.
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Alexis Tsipras Dominates Greek Politics Despite Crisis and U-Turn
Alexis Tsipras has presided over a near-death experience for the Greek financial system and performed a U-turn on resisting austerity. And yet the prime minister bestrides his nation's politics, with no serious challenger in sight.
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Germany Skeptical Over Greece Bailout Deal Despite PM Tsipras' Confidence
Greek lawmakers will hold an emergency parliament session today for a crucial vote on ratifying a hurriedly-concluded bailout deal, but Germany - Europe's de facto paymaster - has cast doubt on the agreement.
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Reshuffled Greek Cabinet Takes Over to Enact Unpopular Reforms
A revamped Greek government took over today in an effort to enforce a third bailout accompanied by tough fiscal reforms opposed by a sizeable section of the ruling Syriza party.
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Greece Bill on Tough Bailout Deal Goes to Parliament
Greece's government on Tuesday submitted tough bailout terms demanded by eurozone creditors to parliament, as Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras battled for support for the reforms from his ruling anti-austerity Syriza party.
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'To Doubt Greek Solution as Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras Reforms Awaited' Says President Mario Draghi
European Central Bank President Mario Draghi has voiced unprecedented doubts about the chances of rescuing Greece from bankruptcy as Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras was due to put forward last-ditch reform proposals today.
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Cartoonist Cyber-Bullied as Greek Politics Turn Sour
One of Greece's most popular cartoonists has pulled down his Facebook page after what appeared to be a concerted attack by pro-government cyber bullies.
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Portugal's Communists Say Ready to Back a Socialist Government
Portugal's Communist Party today said it would be willing to support a Socialist-led government, confirming a leftist bid to block the emergence of a minority right-wing government.
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Greek Lawmakers Elect New Speaker Ahead of Key Debate
Greece's former interior minister Nikos Voutsis was elected parliament speaker on Sunday as lawmakers geared up for a crucial debate on the Syriza government's reform programme.
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Challenging Task Ahead For Alexis Tsipras After Poll Victory: Greek Media
Greek Prime Minister-elect Alexis Tsipras has reaffirmed his dominance on the political landscape, but now faces the challenging task of building consensus in a fractious society traumatised by years of austerity, local media said today.
-
Greece's Next Government: One Party or a Grand Coalition?
With Greece's snap elections on Sunday, the top two parties are neck and neck in the polls. Analysts say a full return to power for the leftist Syriza party, while still possible, is unlikely.
-
Alexis Tsipras Asks Greeks For Outright Majority in September Vote
Greece's ex-prime minister Alexis Tsipras called today for voters in upcoming snap elections to give his radical left Syriza party a "strong mandate" to lead the crisis-hit nation.
-
Greek Eurosceptics to Take Government Mandate Amid Early Election Row
A breakaway eurosceptic faction of Greece's Syriza party was to attempt to form a government Monday as the country headed for a likely September 20 snap ballot.
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Despite Coalition Efforts, Greece Heads for Polls
Greece's president formally gave the conservative opposition a chance today to form a new government after leftist Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras resigned, but the country appears almost certain to be heading to an election next month.
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Greek PM Alexis Tsipras Resigns, Seeks Snap Election in September
Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras has resigned today to pave the way for early elections on September 20, government officials said, hoping to quell a rebellion in his leftist Syriza party and seal support for a bailout programme.
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Greece to Hold Early Elections on September 20
Greece is likely to hold early elections on Sept 20, a Greek government official told reporters on Thursday.
-
Alexis Tsipras Dominates Greek Politics Despite Crisis and U-Turn
Alexis Tsipras has presided over a near-death experience for the Greek financial system and performed a U-turn on resisting austerity. And yet the prime minister bestrides his nation's politics, with no serious challenger in sight.
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Germany Skeptical Over Greece Bailout Deal Despite PM Tsipras' Confidence
Greek lawmakers will hold an emergency parliament session today for a crucial vote on ratifying a hurriedly-concluded bailout deal, but Germany - Europe's de facto paymaster - has cast doubt on the agreement.
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Reshuffled Greek Cabinet Takes Over to Enact Unpopular Reforms
A revamped Greek government took over today in an effort to enforce a third bailout accompanied by tough fiscal reforms opposed by a sizeable section of the ruling Syriza party.
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Greece Bill on Tough Bailout Deal Goes to Parliament
Greece's government on Tuesday submitted tough bailout terms demanded by eurozone creditors to parliament, as Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras battled for support for the reforms from his ruling anti-austerity Syriza party.
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'To Doubt Greek Solution as Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras Reforms Awaited' Says President Mario Draghi
European Central Bank President Mario Draghi has voiced unprecedented doubts about the chances of rescuing Greece from bankruptcy as Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras was due to put forward last-ditch reform proposals today.
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Cartoonist Cyber-Bullied as Greek Politics Turn Sour
One of Greece's most popular cartoonists has pulled down his Facebook page after what appeared to be a concerted attack by pro-government cyber bullies.
