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Greek Parliament passes austerity bill despite significant dissent

Thursday, 16 July 2015, 05:59 Last update: about 10 years ago Associated Press

Greek lawmakers voted overwhelmingly early Thursday to approve a harsh austerity bill demanded by bailout creditors, despite significant dissent from members of Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras' own...

Watch: Clashes break out as Greek lawmakers debate austerity bill

Wednesday, 15 July 2015, 23:10 Last update: about 10 years ago Associated Press

Rioters hurled petrol bombs at police who responded with tear gas during an anti-austerity demonstration outside parliament Wednesday, as Greek lawmakers began debating contentious measures needed to...

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