Greece
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Multi-bill tabled in Parliament
Coalition concerned about provision for merging auxiliary pension funds as it will affect armed forces
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Nimetz in Athens without concrete ideas on name dispute
United Nations’ special mediator Matthew Nimetz stressed the need for progress.
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International appeal for Greek monuments
Nobel Prize winners ask UNESCO to protect cultural heritage from the effects of the crisis.
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Anastasiades sees lack of progress on Cyprus talks
Analysts say volatility in the Middle East and upcoming presidential elections in Turkey have moved the Cyprus issue down the political agenda.
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Former Finance Minister should stand trial for ‘Lagarde list’
Supreme Court deputy prosecutor says ex-finance chief should be tried over ‘Lagarde list’
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Athens-Thessaloniki bus tickets available online from mid-August
Tourists and locals will be able to reserve a seat and pay for their ticket without having to arrive early at the depot.
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Maziotis moved to Diavata Prison in Thessaloniki
Lawyer argues the move will put terrorist Nikos Maziotis in danger.
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Government to push troika for concessions
Greece will ask the troika to make concessions to be allowed to reduce taxes on heating oil and tax evaders be allowed to pay owing amounts in instalments