Louvre Workers Strike Over Work Conditions and Security Flaws

Workers at the Louvre Museum have decided to go on strike. They are unhappy about their working conditions, higher ticket prices for visitors from outside Europe, and security problems. The recent theft of the Crown Jewels in broad daylight showed just how bad the security issues are. The unions say the museum is in a bad state. They claim there aren't enough resources and the working conditions are getting worse. The unions pointed out that the theft in October 2025 showed problems that had been ignored for a long time. The stolen items were worth about $102 million. The museum director admitted that the security failure was terrible. The unions want better facilities and more staff to improve the visitor experience. They say the museum is falling apart and needs urgent attention. Christian Galani, a union official, said the strike vote was unanimous. He warned that the strikes could force the museum to close. Visitors have been complaining about the poor conditions. The unions hope their strike will push the government to take action and improve the museum.