Russian feminist protest and performance art collective
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The 61st Venice Biennale has opened with protests, strikes and the international jury's resignation over the organisers' decision to allow Russia and Israel to participate. Dozens of pavilions have closed temporarily, the jury has quit, and visitors will vote for awards after organisers cancelled jury prizes.
The Venice Biennale has been marked by ongoing protests and geopolitical controversy. Pussy Riot and Femen have disrupted the Russian pavilion, while EU funding concerns and sanctions scrutiny persist. The event, with 99 participating nations, continues despite tensions surrounding Russia’s return and Israel’s status, and organizers have postponed the awards ceremony.
The Venice Biennale has faced protests and walkouts during the preview phase as pavilions from several countries close or open intermittently amid calls to bar Israel over the Gaza war. The international jury has resigned over participation decisions.