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flag The Louvre closed part of its museum and moved staff due to structural concerns, following a major jewel heist.

flag The Louvre Museum in Paris has closed the Campana Gallery and relocated 65 staff due to structural weaknesses in beams beneath the second floor of its Sully wing, built in the 1930s. flag The precautionary closure, announced November 17, 2025, follows a high-profile heist on October 19, when thieves stole $102 million in jewels using a movers’ lift and power tools. flag The incident exposed longstanding concerns about the museum’s aging infrastructure and security, with union officials and a state auditor previously criticizing management for prioritizing acquisitions and reopenings over maintenance. flag The Louvre, originally a royal palace since the 12th century, continues to assess structural integrity as it prepares for major renovations.

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