Louvre Museum’s director resigns in wake of €88m jewels heist

Laurence des Cars had been under rising pressure since the October robbery at the museum that saw $100 million of French crown jewels stolen.

24 Feb, 20:07 — 24 Feb, 20:45

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Why this matters

The resignation of the Louvre Museum's director, Laurence des Cars, follows a significant €88 million jewels heist and other incidents like fraud and water damage. This event highlights the immense pressure and accountability faced by leaders of major cultural institutions, especially when high-profile security breaches occur. It also underscores the need for stability and new leadership to restore public confidence and address systemic vulnerabilities within such globally renowned establishments.

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Louvre Museumsite of incidents Laurence des Carsdirector who resigned Emmanuel MacronFrench President French crown jewelsstolen items

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First report: the-journal · 24 Feb, 20:07|Full coverage: All 3 sources within 38m|Window: 38m

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