Greece coalition talks fail
Greece's politicians have yet again failed to agree a new government, after the latest round of coalition talks.
Greek president again attempts to create political unity
Greek President Karolos Papoulias will today try to persuade political leaders to form a government and avert a new election amid mounting concern the country may leave the euro area.
Yesterday Alexis Tsipras, the leader of the biggest anti-bailout party, Syriza, turned down an appeal to join a unity government.
If these attempts to form a coalition fail a new general elections would most likely become the only next step.
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Greek leader fails to forge a new government
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