Poltava has imposed a moratorium on the use of Russian-language products
Members of the Poltava City Council have passed a resolution imposing a moratorium on the public use of Russian-language cultural products throughout the municipality.
This was reported by Olena Ivanovska, the Commissioner for the Protection of the State Language.
The new restrictions are intended to protect Ukraine’s informational and cultural space from hybrid influences by the aggressor country.
Local authorities aim to completely minimize the presence of content in the occupier’s language in the city’s public space.
The approved official document emphasizes that this decision was developed in response to the need to strengthen national identity and preserve Ukrainian culture, traditions, customs, and historical memory—all of which Russia is attempting to undermine.
Protecting linguistic boundaries is currently part of the region’s overall security strategy. The text of the resolution clearly defines the deputies’ motivation: “The resolution was developed in response to the need to protect the Ukrainian information space from the hybrid influences of the aggressor state, which is attempting to hinder the strengthening of national identity and the preservation of national culture, customs, and historical memory.”
The strict restrictions introduced apply to all types of public spaces in Poltava and the surrounding communities.
In particular, Russian-language content may no longer be broadcast or displayed on public transportation (buses, minibuses, trolleybuses) or in food service establishments (restaurants, cafes, bars).
The moratorium also applies to cultural venues (theaters, movie theaters, clubs), shopping areas, stores, markets, and other public places.
The city council’s decision applies to any form of reproduction or display of materials in the language of the aggressor country. Musical works (songs, background music), books, brochures, and other printed materials are subject to a complete ban on public use.
In addition, it is prohibited to broadcast films, TV series, and videos, as well as to stage theatrical productions, performances, concerts, speeches, and various cultural and educational events.
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