Finland’s Stubb Rules Out Greek Debt Reduction
The Finnish prime minister says a “resounding no” to forgiving Greek loans from other eurozone countries.
Greek Debt Crisis
Going into Election, Greece on Collision Course with Germany
The Germans are running out of patience, but most Greeks don’t believe their threats.
Greek Euro Exit “Almost Inevitable” If Left Wins Election
Germany believes a Greek withdrawal from the European currency union could be managed.
Slow to Reform, Greece Needs Bailout Extension
European and IMF officials are unconvinced Greece is ready to return to market financing.
Leftists Pull Out Greek Coalition Over Public Broadcaster Row
Conservative prime minister Antonis Samaras is left with a three-seat majority in the legislature.
Greece Shouldn’t Get Respite After Failed Gas Company Sale
Greece should hasten efforts to privatize other companies rather than ask for even more time.
Dutch, German Leaders Criticized for Greek Debt Deal
Opposition parties in the two countries have little faith in the latest agreement with Greece.
Perception Gap Between North, South Europe Widening
While the Germans champion austerity, Southern Europeans have had enough already.
Dutch, Germans Insist: No More Aid for Greece
The two northern European countries reject the possibility of a third Greek bailout.
Dutch, Germans Unwilling to Give Greece “More Time”
The Greek prime minister wants two more years to achieve his nation’s deficit target.
Greek Leaders Debate Cuts, Debt Restructuring Looms
With Greece’s leaders close to a budget deal, European officials consider further debt reduction.
Greeks Seek Easing of Bailout Terms, Germans Wary
Greece’s ruling parties want more time to reduce the nation’s budget shortfall.
Irish, Portuguese Toughen It Out While Greeks Rage
Irish and Portuguese voters appear to have resigned to austerity, unlike the Greeks.
Ahead of Election, Greeks Brace for Eurozone Exit
Greek savers are pulling their money out of the banks, putting pressure on the Germans to make up the difference.
Cyprus on the Brink from Greek Eurozone Exit
The Greek Cypriot economy is dangerously intertwined with the mainland.