Disney 'Pausing' Film Distribution In Russia Over Ukraine Crisis
BURBANK (CBSLA) — The Walt Disney Co. will temporarily stop releasing its films in Russia in light of Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine, the company announced Monday.
"Given the unprovoked invasion of Ukraine and the tragic humanitarian crisis, we are pausing the release of theatrical films in Russia, including the upcoming `Turning Red' from Pixar," a Disney representative said in a statement.
"We will make future business decisions based on the evolving situation."
The Burbank-based company also plans to seek ways to help refugees trying to flee Ukraine.
"Given the scale of the emerging refugee crisis, we are working with our NGO partners to provide urgent aid and other humanitarian assistance to refugees," the company statement said.
Locals in Southern California also condemned Russia's actions in Ukraine Monday night.
"I support Ukraine," said Galina Rostova, a Russian American. "And now the question is what should we do? How can we stop [Putin]?"
One Ukrainian American told CBSLA that a local friend recently lost his arm this week due to the attacks.
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