In a significant development, French President Emmanuel Macron has appointed Christophe Leribault, the former director of the Palace of Versailles, as the new head of the Louvre Museum following the resignation of Laurence des Cars. This change comes in the wake of a high-profile jewel heist in October 2025, where thieves stole approximately €88 million (about $102 million) worth of Napoleonic jewels, which remain missing four months later. Macron emphasized the need for Leribault to improve security and 'restore a climate of trust' at the museum, which has faced intense scrutiny over its security protocols since the incident. Des Cars' resignation was described by Macron as 'an act of responsibility' amid ongoing labor strikes and operational challenges at the museum, which has been criticized for inadequate spending on security despite lavish expenditures on new artwork (The Guardian).
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Emmanuel Macron Appoints Christophe Leribault As Louvre Director
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French President Macron appoints Christophe Leribault as Louvre head after a €88M jewel heist. He must enhance security and restore trust amid scrutiny and operational challenges at the museum.
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