It would also be necessary to provide a bridging facility for the Greek banks; otherwise they could collapse before any second vote occurred.

European Union nations have been asked by the U.N. to provide a bridging force, but diplomats say such a mission appears increasingly unlikely.

European Union nations have been asked by the U.N. to provide a bridging force but diplomats say such a deployment appears increasingly unlikely.

The Italian government has provided a bridging loan for €600 million while a buyer is found.