EU Parliament head berates "irresponsible" Merkel over Greek plight
Berlin
EU PARLIAMENT president Martin Schulz on Wednesday accused German Chancellor Angela Merkel of "irresponsible speculation" over suggestions that Greece may be allowed to exit the euro if the far-left wins elections this month.
"The irresponsible speculation and debate over the 'Grexit' (Greek exit from the eurozone) really isn't helping," Mr Schulz said in comments published by the Die Welt daily.
"It should be clear to everyone: there is no question of a withdrawal from the euro. The unsolicited comments which give the people of Greece the idea that it's not for them to decide their future via their votes, but up to Brussels or Berlin could even push…
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