Venice Biennale jury resigns after refusing to judge Israeli and Russian pavilions
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Updated · Haaretz · Apr 30
Venice Biennale jury resigns after refusing to judge Israeli and Russian pavilions
16 articles · Updated · Haaretz · Apr 30
The five-member international panel quit on Thursday, days before the 61st Biennale opens on 9 May in Venice.
It said it would not assess pavilions from countries whose leaders are charged by the International Criminal Court with crimes against humanity, prompting organisers to move the awards ceremony to 22 November.
The dispute has intensified criticism over Russia's return after its 2022 invasion of Ukraine, with the EU threatening to suspend a €2m grant and Italy's government opposing participation.
After secretly orchestrating Russia’s return, has the Biennale sacrificed its artistic integrity for politics?
Why can Russian artists join the Biennale when Russian athletes are banned from the Olympics?
With its jury gone and awards decided by public vote, has the Biennale become a popularity contest?