"Bear" ing Down: Ukraine's Sanctions Against a Cartoon Empire The sanctioning of Russia's beloved animated series 'Masha and the Bear' is more than just a swipe at Kremlin backed propaganda – it's a call to reevaluate our priorities in the face of modern warfare.
As the conflict between Russia and Ukraine escalates, this move may seem like another skirmish in the information war.
But scratch beneath the surface, and you'll find a complex web of politics, popular culture, and soft power.