Greek Lawmakers Pass Bailout After All-Night Debate

Greek lawmakers have approved a $93-billion bailout package from the European Union, just hours ahead of a meeting by eurozone finance ministers to debate the measure. In a speech to parliament late in the all-night legislative session ahead of the vote, Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras told lawmakers that the bailout package is a "necessary choice" for the nation, despite unwelcome tax hikes and spending cuts. The prime minister was forced to rely on support from the...

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