Alexis Tsipras has confirmed he is resigning as Greek Prime Minister - paving the way for a general election to take place within the next 30 days. There had been considerable speculation that an early vote would take place after Mr Tsipras secured a three-year, €86bn bailout package from creditors. When Greece's parliament voted on the package last week, Mr Tsipras had to rely on opposition lawmakers for the bill to pass.