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The forced closure of banks in Greece has become one of the most discussed topics of the day on the Internet.

On June 29, one of the most discussed news on the Internet was the week-long suspension of banking operations in Greece. The government, in conditions of a severe crisis, introduced capital control measures that should stop the “leakage” of money from the country. International online payments were also suspended and a daily cash withdrawal limit of €60 per day from one account per person at each bank was introduced.

Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras, in a televised address, blamed the closure of banks on creditors who refused to extend the Greek bailout program beyond June 30. A referendum on an agreement with international creditors was scheduled for July 5, and immediately after the announcement of this referendum, Greek MPs emptied ATMs located in the parliament building. If an agreement is not reached, Greece will be forced to default and leave the eurozone by the end of July.

The authorities announced their intention to make life as easy as possible for citizens during the forced bank holidays. For example, until July 6 it will be possible to use public transport in Athens for free.

What was happening was reflected on social networks - Instagram and Twitter feeds were filled with photographs of queues lined up at ATMs over the weekend, and other thematic photographs.

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