Egyptian archaeology center urges protection of Louvre antiquities amid Paris protests

The Zahi Hawass Center for Archaeology and Heritage has expressed concern over the safety of Egyptian antiquities housed at the Louvre Museum in Paris, calling on French authorities to strengthen security measures following the museum’s closure amid student protests. The center, headed by prominent Egyptian archaeologist Zahi Hawass, urged the Louvre’s administration and relevant French authorities to implement precautionary measures to protect Egyptian artifacts and collections from potential damage during the demonstrations. In a statement, the organization emphasized that the antiquities represent an essential part of Egypt’s cultural heritage and a shared legacy of humanity that must be preserved for future generations. The appeal followed the Louvre’s closure to visitors on Monday after students from the École du Louvre blocked […]