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EU Cuts Venice Biennale Funding

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The European Commission is considering suspending or has officially withdrawn €2 million in funding for the Venice Biennale. This action follows the Biennale's decision to allow Russia's participation, a move that has drawn criticism from Italy and Germany. The funding was intended for the 2025-2028 period.

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Italy's Lega party slams EU over potential Venice Biennale funding cut

- The European Commission is considering suspending 2 million euros in funding for the Venice Biennale due to its decision to reopen the Russian pavilion. - Italy's Culture Undersecretary Lucia Borgonzoni criticized the EU's move as political and damaging to the institution, vowing to defend the Biennale. - The decision has caused internal debate within the Italian government, with the Lega party …