Main opposition SYRIZA leader Alexis Tsipras, following the conclusion of the second vote for the election of a Greek President underlined that National Elections are the only way forward for the country.

“It is obvious that a large number of deputies are not willing to hand the government a blank check to implement the new measures,” said Mr. Tsipras.

“The government has managed to gather only 168 votes, two of which were given by Nazis (meaning Golden Dawn members Boukouras and Alexopoulos). Everything shows that the required number of votes, i.e. 180 will not be achieved. The elections are the only way forward” SYRIZA leader added.