Alexis Tsipras resigns as Greek prime minister

By The Newsroom

Published 28th Feb 2019, 14:03 GMT

Alexis Tsipras has tendered his resignation as Greek prime minister. Picture: AP

placeholder image — Alexis Tsipras has tendered his resignation as Greek prime minister. Picture: AP

Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras has announced his resignation – a move that will prompt snap elections to be held on September 20.

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