Arundhati Roy pulls out of Berlinale over 'jaw-dropping' stance on Gaza

Award-winning author Arundhati Roy has pulled out of the Berlin International Film Festival, also known as Berlinale, over its stance on Gaza. Her withdrawal was a direct response to "jaw-dropping" comments from jury head Wim Wenders, who argued that the festival should "stay out of politics." Roy condemned this position, stating that artists should be using their power to stop crimes against humanity, not shutting down conversation. This incident follows previous controversy at the festival, which has faced criticism for its handling of pro-Palestinian statements.