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Wednesday, April 8, 2015

When Tsipras meets Putin: an opportunity for fruit diplomacy?

As Greek and Russian leaders prepare for talks today, The Moscow Times weighs up their relationship – and the prospects of a meaningful dealThe Greek prime minister, Alexis Tsipras, will meet Vladimir Putin in Moscow today while the west is left guessing as to whether the pair will hammer out an economic deal.Financial aid from the Kremlin would give Athens breathing space in its debt repayments, but analysts say that the countries may be more interested in grandstanding than a dramatic diplomatic realignment. Related: Alexis Tsipras flies to Moscow amid speculation of bailout from Putin Continue reading...


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