Greek MPs have passed a second set of reforms, paving the way for a crucial bailout deal.
The reforms - which include changes to the judiciary and banking systems - needed to be passed in order for negotiations to begin with creditors on a third bailout package worth €86 billion.
Without more financial support, Greece would face financial ruin and may be forced to exit the eurozone.
Greece has started the procedure to pay €6.25 billion to European Central Bank and the IMF, according to officials.
Another round of Greek austerity is on its way - but the country's biggest problem is the absence of hope.
Alexis Tsipras faces a difficult day in Parliament as he tries to persuade his party to back a Euro bailout he doesn't 'believe' in.
After a mammoth weekend of negotiations, Europe’s leaders emerged with news that they have reached agreement on a deal to bail out Greece.