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France's Louvre Criticized for Neglecting Security Post-Heist

11/8/2025

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A report from France's Court of Accounts criticizes Louvre leadership for prioritizing flashy art purchases over security after a high-profile heist on October 19.
Pierre Moscovici, president of the Court of Accounts, described the robbery as a "deafening alarm signal."
The report notes security gaps, including outdated passwords and insufficient CCTV, with 61% of galleries lacking monitoring.
Louvre director Laurence des Cars acknowledged perimeter weaknesses.
President Emmanuel Macron called for accelerated security improvements.

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A report from France's Court of Accounts criticizes Louvre leadership for prioritizing flashy art purchases over security after a high-profile heist on October 19.
Pierre Moscovici, president of the Court of Accounts, described the robbery as a "deafening alarm signal."
The report notes security gaps, including outdated passwords and insufficient CCTV, with 61% of galleries lacking monitoring.
Louvre director Laurence des Cars acknowledged perimeter weaknesses.
President Emmanuel Macron called for accelerated security improvements.