Estonia's Foreign Ministry stated the popular Russian children's animation 'Masha and the Bear' serves as Kremlin soft power that promotes militarization, framing it as a cultural influence tool.
The Estonian Foreign Ministry issued a statement labeling the Russian animated series 'Masha and the Bear' as 'the Kremlin's soft power' that advances militarization among young audiences. The ministry did not specify which episodes or storylines it considers militaristic. The claim has not been corroborated by other governments or independent analysts. No details on potential Estonian countermeasures were provided.
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