What happened in 2008 was completely possible to take place in 2004, not to have strong opposition to Saakashvili, former Prime Minister Zurab Zhvania-he proved de-escalation in the conflict zone

What happened in 2008 was completely possible to take place in 2004, if not former Prime Minister Zurab Zhvania's strong opposition to Saakashvili-he had ensured the de-nests in the conflict zone.