PoliticsUkraine’s majority Russian-speaking Odesa considers ban on Russian in the arts
Odesa, Ukraine’s third-largest city and a predominantly Russian-speaking one, is considering a proposal to halt Russian-language music and literature in public spaces. Supporters call Russian a tool of Russian influence, while entertainer Borys Barsky says a ban would only benefit Vladimir Putin. The plan would also remove Russian books from public library displays and encourage private venues to follow it.
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BBC News★★★☆☆2026-09-05 23:54Original
Ukraine’s majority Russian-speaking Odesa considers ban on Russian in the arts
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