Zelenskyy's Symbolic Visit to Picasso's 'Guernica'

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited Spain to see Pablo Picasso's 'Guernica', symbolizing the horrors of war. The iconic painting, depicting the bombardment of Guernica during Spain's Civil War, resonates with current events in Ukraine. Zelenskyy seeks to strengthen European alliances amid domestic and international challenges.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Madrid | Updated: 19-11-2025 01:50 IST | Created: 19-11-2025 01:50 IST
Zelenskyy's Symbolic Visit to Picasso's 'Guernica'
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy made a poignant visit to Spain on Tuesday, where he observed Pablo Picasso's renowned painting, 'Guernica'.

Seen as a symbol against the atrocities of war, 'Guernica' holds historical significance, depicting the bombing of the town of Guernica in the 1937 Spanish Civil War by Nazi and fascist Italian forces. The image still resonates globally, particularly amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

Zelenskyy's visit underscores Kyiv's urgent need to fortify alliances with Europe as Ukraine contends with both external warfare and internal issues, including a significant corruption scandal.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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