Greeks Set Election Date Amid Possibility Of Bank Panic -- CNN
Athens, Greece (CNN) -- Greece will hold new elections on June 17, state media reported Wednesday, amid a political and economic crisis that could have effects far beyond the country's borders.
News of the election date came as Greeks pulled hundreds of millions of euros out of the banking system amid fears that the country will not be able to stay in the European Union's single currency.
Just 10 days ago, Greeks voters punished the major parties for harsh budget cuts, leaving no party able to form a government.
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