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Venice Biennale Bars Russian, Israeli Artists Amid Gulf Tensions

4/24/2026

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Jurors at the Venice Biennale announced they will bar artists from nations whose leaders face International Criminal Court charges.
The decision specifically cites leaders from Russia and Israel.
On March 11, 2026, Iran seized cargo ships near Ras al-Khaimah in the United Arab Emirates.
President Donald Trump’s blockade continues to restrict maritime traffic through the Gulf region.

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Jurors at the Venice Biennale announced they will bar artists from nations whose leaders face International Criminal Court charges.
The decision specifically cites leaders from Russia and Israel.
On March 11, 2026, Iran seized cargo ships near Ras al-Khaimah in the United Arab Emirates.
President Donald Trump’s blockade continues to restrict maritime traffic through the Gulf region.