Venice Biennale: Russia’s Inclusion Sparks Outcry, Funding Threat

Venice Biennale: Russia’s Inclusion Sparks Outcry, Funding Threat

ROME – The inclusion of Russia in the 2026 Venice Biennale, the world’s oldest and most important contemporary art fair, has ignited a firestorm of international protest. The decision, announced earlier this month, has drawn condemnation from Ukraine and threats of funding withdrawal from the European Commission, highlighting the ongoing tensions surrounding Russia’s war in … Read more