Tsipras, Putin agree to boost bilateral cooperation

``The two men agreed to boost cooperation in the economy and energy, tourism, culture and transport sectors. They also agreed on the need to "secure peace and stability in Ukraine," according to a statement from Tsipras's office... Sources rebuffed rumors about financial support for Greece from Russia, noting that the government was looking toward its European partners for support. The two men also discussed the possible creation of a pipeline to carry natural gas from Russia to Europe via Turkey and Greece.''