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Afghans queue outside banks to withdraw cash from ATMs in Kabul with government buildings, banks, schools and universities remaining largely closed nearly one week after the Taliban seized power. IMAGES
Fabrizio Viola is to step down as CEO of Monte dei Paschi ahead of a 5 billion euro cash call. Will it be enough to persuade investors they should back efforts to save Italy's third-largest bank from being wound down? Ivor Bennett reports.
Two of Greece's four big banks will plug their capital holes without state aid after investors showed strong interest in their share sales. As Sonia Legg reports it's a sign of confidence Greece can turn the corner and start growing again.
Some members of Greece's leftist government reportedly want to raid central bank reserves and hack taxpayer accounts to prepare a return to the drachma. As Ciara Lee reports the allegations highlght chaos in the ruling Syriza party just as bailout talks begin in Athens.
Greece opens its banks across the country after a three-week shutdown as Athens begins to take steps aimed at restoring trust inside and outside the country. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).