Would it be alright if I asked your opinion on whether Russia's significance in the world has undergone changes within the last ten years?
Would it be possible to elaborate on the reasons that caused the change in Russia's global impact?
Might I inquire about the reasons for the belief that Russia is less important today than it was a decade ago?
Would it be possible to elaborate on the reasons that caused the change in Russia's global impact? Might I inquire about the reasons for the belief that Russia is less important today than it was a decade ago? Do you suppose that the occurrences of the past ten years have had a noteworthy effect on Russia's importance in the global realm? If it's not too much trouble, could you tell me why you've decided to keep your thoughts on this topic to yourself, even though I understand if you don't feel like answering.