Ukraine sanctions popular Russian cartoon ‘Masha and the Bear’

Zelenskyy signs decree imposing sanctions on producers, accuses cartoon show of spreading 'pro-Russian propaganda'.

Ukraine imposes sanctions on Russians linked to Masha and the Bear cartoon

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has imposed sanctions on five Russian individuals and four organisations linked to the production and distribution of the popular animated series Masha and the Bear.

By Tetyana Oliynyk

'Masha and the Bear': Ukraine sanctions Russian cartoon

Ukraine has imposed sanctions on the hit Russian children's cartoon "Masha and the Bear," a step towards banning it. The culture minister called the show propaganda. Russia said the move showed Kyiv's "ugly nature."

Zelensky invites Hungarian PM Magyar to Kyiv

The Ukrainian President thanked Hungary for its consistent support for his country's sovereignty and territorial integrity.

By Weiler Vilmos

Zelensky slaps new sanctions on Moscow's war machine, Russian propagandists, and former Ukrainian officials

Among the targets of the latest measures are former lawmaker Yurii Ivanyushchenko and the creators of the animated Russian series "Masha and the Bear."

By Abbey Fenbert

Arms manufacturers, aluminum smelters, and the cartoon ‘Masha and the Bear’: what’s on Ukraine’s latest sanctions list

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has signed four decrees enacting a decision by Ukraine’s National Security and Defense Council to impose sanctions on Russian defense manufacturers, companies in the Rusal aluminum group, and the animated series Masha and the Bear.

Zelensky introduces Khmara to Defense Ministry staff

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has introduced newly appointed Defense Minister Yevhenii Khmara to the ministry's staff.