Louvre Labor Standoff Continues: Paris Icon Remains Closed

Strike actions at the Louvre museum in Paris have been extended, resulting in the continued closure of the world-renowned cultural institution. Staff, represented by unions, voted on Wednesday to prolong their strike, which started on Monday, leaving visitors unable to access the museum indefinitely.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Paris | Updated: 17-12-2025 15:36 IST | Created: 17-12-2025 15:36 IST
Louvre Labor Standoff Continues: Paris Icon Remains Closed
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Staff at the Louvre museum in Paris have voted to extend their strike, continuing the closure that began on Monday. The decision was reported by BFM TV, citing union representatives at the globally renowned museum.

Known as the world's most visited museum, the Louvre's closure has now been extended indefinitely, impacting countless tourists and locals eagerly hoping to explore its art collections.

Typically closed on Tuesdays, the Louvre's additional days of closure due to staff strikes underscore ongoing labor disputes that have yet to reach a resolution.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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