The Guardian Australia
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Dark clouds, protests and resignations dampen start of 61st Venice Biennale
The 61st Venice Biennale opened Tuesday amid political turmoil, with the Russian pavilion closed to public despite remaining visible through windows. The exhibition jury resigned en masse over Israel and Russia's participation, while over 200 artists protested the Israeli pavilion's inclusion. The Iranian pavilion also withdrew without explanation as geopolitical tensions overshadowed the opening of Europe's premier art event.
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