In a key step in Greece’s quest for a third bailout package, the IMF is examining a demand from Athens for a new loan.<br /><br /> A letter was sent from the Greek Finance Ministry ahead of talks expected on Monday between Athens and its creditors.<br /><br /> “We will discuss with the Greek authorities and with our European partners the timing and the modalities for the discussions,” said the IMF in a statement.<br /><br /> Two reform measures seen as a prerequisite for the start of negotiations have already been approved by the Greek parliament.<br /><br /> At the talks will be representatives from the European Commission, the European Central Bank and the International Monetary Fund. <br /><br /> The prime minister accepted the new terms, saying he was against them, but they were necessary for Greece’s survival. <br /><br /> Many Greeks have praised Alexis Tsipras for his stance, but others are angry. Within the ruling party, Tsipras had to sack those opposed to the u-turn in the government’s position.<br /><br /> Former finance minister Yanis Varou
