The Louvre Museum in Paris has had a difficult few months. Back in October, the museum temporarily closed after a shocking heist in which thieves managed to steal the French crown jewels in just seven minutes.

Now, the museum is facing another crisis. Last week, severe flooding damaged hundreds of artifacts in the Egyptian antiquities department—reigniting pressure from activists who argue that these works should be returned to their countries of origin. And with Egypt’s new Grand Egyptian Museum officially open, the timing may make the Louvre’s situation even more uncomfortable.

Flooding At The Louvre Damaged Hundreds Of Works In Its Egyptian Antiquities Department

According to an NBC News report, a burst pipe in late November caused heavy flooding that damaged a large portion of the

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