Germany still in talks with EU over Lufthansa bailout, expects green light - Altmaier

Germany is still in talks with the European Commission over its rescue package for flagship carrier Lufthansa , Economy Minister Peter Altmaier said on Monday, adding that Berlin expected Brussels to give the green light for the bailout.Germany on Monday threw Lufthansa a 9 billion euro (£8 billion) lifeline, agreeing to a bailout which gives Berlin a veto in the event of a hostile bid for the airline.