"If the Russian government were to carry out propaganda, we would be the first to close the pavilion. In Venice, we practice diplomacy and openness. Russia, as a state that invaded Ukraine, is a problem, but the Russian people are not."
"No regulations have been violated and sanctions against the Russian Federation have been fully complied with, as is our duty."
"The Biennale would host a space commemorating the 50th anniversary of Carlo Ripa di Meana's Biennale del Dissenso, a series of Venetian exhibitions platforming the work of dissident artists from the Soviet bloc."
The Venice Biennale will shut down Russia's pavilion if it promotes propaganda, as stated by Mayor Luigi Brugnaro. He emphasized the importance of dialogue while acknowledging the complexities of Russia's participation following its invasion of Ukraine. The Biennale's president and Italy's culture minister have clashed over the event, with concerns about compliance with sanctions. The Biennale confirmed adherence to regulations and plans to commemorate dissident artists from the Soviet bloc, highlighting the tension between cultural expression and political issues.
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