This strike follows a theft of precious jewels in October, as well as recent infrastructure problems, including a water leak that damaged ancient books. These incidents have exposed glaring security vulnerabilities and the deteriorating condition of the museum. Unions have stated that Louvre employees are overworked and suffer from mismanagement. They are demanding an increase in staff, higher wages, and a reallocation of spending. The Louvre in Paris, the world's most visited museum, remains closed on Wednesday as its employees continue to discuss extending the strike that began on Monday over wages and working conditions. The museum's director, Laurence des Cars, is due to answer questions from the board.
