French Minister Admits Security Failure Following Major Louvre Museum Heist

Oct 20, 2025 05:04 pm CST

France's Justice Minister Gerard Darmanin has publicly acknowledged that the recent jewelry heist at the Louvre Museum represents a significant security failure that has damaged the country's international reputation. The high-profile theft at one of the world's most famous museums has raised serious questions about the protection of France's priceless cultural treasures, with authorities promising to apprehend those responsible.