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Louvre Robbery Casts Nation in 'Deplorable' Light, Says French Government
The thieves used a crane to break in and stole historic crown jewels in under seven minutes, prompting emergency security talks among French authorities.
- In Paris, the Louvre museum on Sunday was robbed, with thieves stealing crown jewels and escaping on motorbikes, amid security concerns.
- Police say the stolen pieces included a tiara from Queen Marie-Amélie and Queen Hortense's jewellery set and an earring from their sapphire set, while the crown of Empress Eugenie was found outside.
- The Paris prosecutor said four perpetrators executed the raid unarmed, threatening guards with angle grinders, while Justice Minister Gerard Darmanin said the suspects remain on the run and will be found.
- Public anger followed as Justice Minister Gerard Darmanin said the heist cast France in a `deplorable` light and opposition politicians branded it a national humiliation.
- The museum remained closed on Monday , the Culture and Interior Ministries held an emergency meeting, and visitors with booked tours will be refunded.
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