MPs seek to end UK broadcast of Russian cartoon Masha and the Bear

British MPs have called on the government to investigate banning Masha and the Bear from UK television. According to The Guardian, the cross-party group argues the popular Russian children's cartoon contains propaganda content aimed at young viewers. The series follows a girl and a circus bear through adventures worldwide; lawmakers claim it subtly advances Russian interests. The request reflects broader geopolitical tensions entering children's programming.

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