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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Kremlin Accuses EU Of Trying To 'Cancel' Russian Culture
Caption: Kremlin Accuses EU Of Trying To 'Cancel' Russian Culture. The Kremlin has accused the European Union of trying to "cancel" Russian culture after the European Commission moved to cut funding for the Venice Biennale. Commission Executive Vice-President Henna Virkkunen said the EU should not fund cultural events that promote values "not respected in today's Russia.” The Commission has asked the European Education and Culture Executive Agency to terminate the Venice Biennale's €2 million grant. The move follows controversy after the Venice Biennale allowed Russia to reopen its national pavilion for three days during this year's exhibition. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov condemned the decision, calling it another attempt to cancel Russian culture abroad. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni opposed Russia's participation, but members of her governing coalition criticized the EU's intervention. The League party said culture should not be censored, while the Five Star Movement also voiced support for Moscow, intensifying political debate in Italy. The European Commission has reiterated calls to withdraw funding, although the recommendation has not yet been finalized. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
Keywords: Current Affairs & Politics,Russia,European Union,Venice Biennale,Kremlin,Dmitry Peskov,Henna Virkkunen,Giorgia Meloni,European Commission,culture,Italy
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