Greece close to deal with troika on EAS that would secure 1-bln-euro tranche 

Greek government officials had what they called “constructive” talks with troika officials over the weekend regarding the future of Hellenic Defense Systems (EAS) but were not able to bridge their differences over home foreclosures.www.ekathimerini.com/4dcgi/_w_articles_wsite2_1_16/12/2013_532422