Paris, Oct 19, 2025 (AFP) - Louvre Museum closes in Paris after break-in

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2025-10-19

France's Culture Minister Rachida Dati on Sunday reported a break-in at the Louvre in Paris, as the world-renowned museum said it was closing for the day. "A hold-up took place this morning at the opening of the Louvre Museum," she wrote on X, using a French word that can also mean "robbery". "No injuries reported. I'm on site with museum staff and police," she added. At least one person had entered the museum, a member of her team told AFP, with......

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