Obama talks with French president about Greek crisis

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Barack Obama spoke with French President Francois Hollande on Monday about the Greek crisis, agreeing on the importance of resuming work toward an agreement on a financing and reform package for Athens, the White House said. The leaders said their economic teams were in close contact and were monitoring developments in Greece and financial markets, the White House statement added. (Reporting by Peter Cooney; Editing by Sandra Maler)