Relations between Russia and the new government in Greece continue to warm. On Thursday, Russian President Vladimir Putin invited the new Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras to visit Russia, reports Vedomosti. “The president invited Tsipras to visit Russia at a convenient time. They discussed international issues, Ukraine and the situation with the South Stream,” Putin’s assistant Yuri Ushakov said. Reportedly, Putin invited Tsipras on May 9 to “take part in an event marking the victory over Nazism,” Bloomberg’s Maria Petrakis tweeted. Ushakov also added that Putin congratulated Tsipras on assuming office. Analysts have had their eyes on Russia and Greece …read more
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