Greece 'back on its feet', sacrifices 'not in vain': Samaras

BRUSSELS: Prime Minister Antonis Samaras warmly welcomed the EU's release Thursday of long-awaited rescue funds for Athens, saying "Greece is back on its feet.

Merkel Says Joint Euro Bonds Unthinkable as EU Faces Marathon

German Chancellor Angela Merkel likened solving Europe’s debt crisis to a marathon, shunning investor calls for quick action while pushing for stricter budget enforcement and overhauling the region’s governance.