France’s Macron Accepts Louvre Chief’s Resignation After Major Jewellery Heist

French President Emmanuel Macron has accepted the Louvre director’s resignation following a massive jewellery theft and mounting criticism over security failures.

French President Emmanuel Macron has formally accepted the resignation of the Louvre’s director after a high-value jewellery theft intensified scrutiny over the museum’s management and security standards.

The French presidency confirmed that Laurence Des Cars submitted her resignation, which was approved on Tuesday night.