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Spectacular burglary at the Louvre: eight jewels stolen in eight minutes
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On Sunday, October 19, 2025, four thieves stole eight priceless jewels from the Louvre's Galerie d'Apollon in just eight minutes, using a cherry picker to break a window. The museum closed its doors the next day, reigniting debates on the security of French cultural institutions. Authorities are launching an administrative inquiry and strengthening heritage protection measures.