[Greek Prime Minister] Mr. Papandreou was under intense pressure from his own Socialist party and the center-right opposition to step aside if his government survived the confidence vote [early Saturday], to pave the way for a unity government or early elections.
…….. New Democracy [the opposition] has refused to consider talks on a transitional government unless Mr. Papandreou resigns.
via Worried Eyes on Greece Ahead of Confidence – NYTimes.com.