Ai Weiwei on his exploration trip to wartime Ukraine

The Kyiv Independent’s Kate Tsurkan sits down with internationally renowned artist and activist Ai Weiwei during his first exhibition in Ukraine dedicated to Russia's full-scale war. In this conversation, Ai Weiwei reflects on his encounters with Ukrainian soldiers and civilians, the healing power of art in times of survival, and why Ukraine’s fight against tyranny resonates far beyond its borders.

Commissioned by the non-profit platform RIBBON International, Ai’s installation is a site-specific response to the escalating wars threatening the world of today, and a testament to the possibilities of art in such times.

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