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Biennale Chief Criticizes EU Over Russia’s Participation
Venice Biennale chairman Pietrangelo Buttafuoco criticized the European Union for withdrawing a €2 million grant over Russia's presence at an art exhibition. The decision has sparked controversy during the film festival press conference.
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Venice Biennale chairman Pietrangelo Buttafuoco slammed the European Union at the film festival press conference on Thursday for withdrawing a €2 million ($2.3 million) grant in response to Russia’s participation in the Biennale’s arts exhibition this year. It was the first time the coun
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