Fourteen European countries support Ukraine at the Venice Biennale, condemning aggression's impact on culture

Fourteen European countries issued a joint statement at the Venice Biennale supporting Ukraine and condemning Russia's aggression. The statement emphasized a unified international stance against Russia's actions and their impact on culture, asserting that culture cannot be used as a shield for aggression. This declaration occurred amidst controversy over Russia's participation in the Biennale, with several nations protesting and calling for sanctions.