Tsipras meeting with Russian ambassador

During the meeting Andrei Maslof handed to the new Greek Prime Minister a congratulatory letter on behalf of Russian President Vladimir Putin

Newly elected Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras met earlier Monday with the Russian ambassador in Greece Andrey Maslov.

During the meeting the Russian envoy handed Tsipras a congratulatory  letter on behalf of Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Furthermore, the need to strengthen the Greek-Russian relations in various fields, including at the international level, in order to contribute to peace and stability in the region, was stressed.