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AI Brief Venice Arts Crisis and Global Security Tensions Saturday, May 2, 2026 10:35 AM Key Stories Venice Biennale jury quits over political row — The entire prize-deciding jury for the Venice Biennale has resigned just days before the opening, citing controversy over the participation of Israel and Russia. Trump rejects Iran peace offer as conflict escalates — Former President Trump has ruled out an early end to the war with Iran, stating he is not satisfied with Tehran's latest offer following a massive drone attack. Russia extends censorship to classic literature — Vladimir Putin is reportedly targeting classic Russian literature and poetry as part of a wider clampdown on anything seen as dissent against the state. CIA shifts focus to cartel operations and surveillance — Security officials are highlighting the vital role of the CIA in fighting Mexican drug cartels and the importance of FISA 702 as a primary tool for national defense. Summary The art wor...