UE retrage 2 milioane de euro Bienalei de la Veneția după redeschiderea pavilionului Rusiei

The European Education and Culture Executive Agency has withdrawn 2 million euros in funding for the Venice Biennale due to Russia's pavilion reopening. This decision follows Russia's absence since 2022 due to the Ukraine invasion and EU sanctions. Despite protests from EU member states, the Biennale's leadership decided to reopen the Russian pavilion, prompting the European Commission to warn that this could violate sanctions. Italy's Culture Minister opposed the decision but noted the Biennale's autonomy. The Venice Biennale is a significant contemporary art event, and this funding withdrawal signals strong opposition to Russia's participation in European cultural events.