EU Council President Donald Tusk says nothing was expected before Easter, but is hopeful for an end in the next couple of weeks.

Tight credit conditions and the extended uncertainty over the general course of Greece’s economy to blame.

No deal yet, but talks to continue.

Greece will keep its museums and archaeological sites open till 7pm.

Local authorities have closed off all country roads and had blocked access to the worst affected areas.

Two in every five nights spent by tourists in Greece are in undeclared accommodation. The hotel industry isn’t happy.

Since 2008, Greece has seen a huge decline in construction interest.

Prime minister Alexis Tsipras’ apparent inability to get his party to support a compromise with creditors has opposition circling.

Greek Foreign Minister Nikos Kotzias has also been invited to Washington for talks on April 22.

Those serving a life sentence won’t be granted the concession.