Hyderabad, April 18 -- Amid Israel's ongoing military offensive in the Gaza Strip, around 100 pro-Palestine activists staged a protest at the 60th Venice Biennale exhibition, demanding for the complete closure of Israeli pavilion at the event.

The protest took place on Wednesday, April 17, on the second preview day for the 2024 Venice Biennale exhibition titled "Strangers Everywhere". The display officially opens on Saturday, April 20 with the participation of 331 artists from some 90 countries.

As of Tuesday, April 16 and Wednesday, April 17, Israeli pavilion was closed after Ruth Patir, the artist chosen to represent Israel at the Biennale said that it will remain closed until "a ceasefire and hostage release agreement" is reached bet...