Louvre museum in Paris closed after robbery, French culture minister says

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The Louvre Museum in Paris has been closed following a robbery, France’s culture minister says.

Rachida Dati wrote on X that the robbery happened on Sunday morning and that there were no reports of injuries. An investigation has been launched.

The museum confirmed it was closing for the day “for exceptional reasons,” without providing further details.

The Louvre is the world’s most visited museum and houses many famous artworks and other valuable items.