Alexis Tsipras ‘optimistic’ about reaching compromise with Brussels on bailout despite downgrades and share falls appearing to weaken negoitating positionThe Greek prime minister, Alexis Tsipras, has vowed to strike a deal to stay inside the eurozone after a succession of credit downgrades and spiralling bailout costs appeared to weaken his negotiating position with Brussels. Tsipras said he was optimistic about reaching a compromise on renegotiating Greece’s €240bn international bailout. Related: Greece planning to ask Eurogroup for longer bridge programme - live updates Continue reading...