WASHINGTON, D.C.: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is carefully monitoring the unfolding financial crisis in Greece and neighboring countries, and is ready to provide assistance “as needed,” Managing Director Christine Lagarde said on Sunday (Monday in Manila).

Lagarde expressed disappointment that talks broke down on Saturday between Athens and its creditors, but said she believed the eurozone was in a “strong position” to respond to the crisis.

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