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Ukrainian government bans Russian series 'Masha and the Bear'

Ukraine has banned the airing of the animated series 'Masha and the Bear' due to concerns about national security.

21 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The Ukrainian government has banned the popular Russian animated series 'Masha and the Bear.' According to media reports, the show is no longer permitted to be aired in the country.

The ban is based on the advertising revenue generated by the series, which benefits Russia. Ukrainian authorities perceive this as a threat to national security.

Moscow has responded to the ban; however, specific details regarding the reaction have not been provided.

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