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Israel artist says Venice Biennale pavilion won’t open until Gaza ceasefire

Italian soldiers stand guard in front of Israel's pavilion during the pre-opening of the Venice Biennale art fair [Gabriel Bouys/AFP]

The artist representing Israel at the Venice Biennale has announced her exhibit will not open until an agreement is reached for a ceasefire and the release of captives held in the Gaza Strip.

Ruth Patir’s video installation called (M)otherland was due to open on Saturday at Israel’s national pavilion at the international art show, but she said it would remain closed for now.

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