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Louvre President Christophe Leribault: 'I am not here to undo the work of my predecessors'

In an interview, the successor to Laurence des Cars as head of the museum explains how he intends to make his mark with humility, courage and ambition.

Published yesterday at 7:00 pm (Paris) Roxana Azimi

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First trial opens over Paris after-school sexual abuse scandal

An activity leader was to appear on Tuesday, May 5, before the Paris criminal court. He is accused of sexually harassing nine primary school girls and sexually assaulting three of them.

Published yesterday at 2:19 pm (Paris), updated yesterday at 2:20 pm Violaine Morin

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'Céline Dion will generate the equivalent of one-fifth of the economic impact of the Paris Olympics'

The singer's series of concerts scheduled for this fall could bring up to €1 billion to the French economy, writes Le Monde journalist Béatrice Madeline in her column.

Published on April 30, 2026, at 8:00 pm (Paris) Béatrice Madeline

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Four rescued as bus plunges into Seine river near Paris

A trainee bus driver collided with a parked vehicle in Jusivy-sur-Orge, southeast of the French capital, before skidding into the famous river.

Published on April 30, 2026, at 4:29 pm (Paris) Le Monde with AFP

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Empty homes: Paris targets owners' wallets, following Brussels and New York's lead

The 2026 budget law allows cities in high-demand areas to nearly double the tax on vacant homes starting in 2027. Paris has announced it will use this fiscal tool, aiming to bring 20,000 apartments back onto the market.

Published on April 27, 2026, at 9:44 am (Paris) Véronique Chocron

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Palestinian Authority extradites suspect in 1982 Paris attack

Hicham Harb is accused of coordinating a 1982 attack on a Jewish restaurant in Paris's Marais neighborhood that killed six people and wounded 22 others.

Published on April 16, 2026, at 11:43 pm (Paris), updated on April 17, 2026, at 7:46 am Le Monde with AFP

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Paris public transport will be disrupted this summer by 'intense' works

The Paris region transport authority has announced a program of 'unprecedented large-scale works' to its infrastructure this summer. Travelers are urged to plan ahead and expect longer journey times during the summer.

Published on April 16, 2026, at 3:34 pm (Paris) Le Monde with AFP

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Paris region air pollution rose in 2025

As French lawmakers voted to eliminate low-emission zones, the independent organization Airparif recorded a slight decline in air quality in the Paris region between 2024 and 2025.

Published on April 16, 2026, at 12:42 pm (Paris), updated on April 16, 2026, at 3:06 pm Stéphane Mandard

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Calder at the Fondation Louis Vuitton in Paris, a festive experience

The exhibition spans the sculptor's entire body of work and takes over the entire building, spilling out onto the exterior. The journey is a joyful celebration, filled with lightness and movement.

Published on April 15, 2026, at 5:30 am (Paris), updated on April 28, 2026, at 4:31 pm Harry Bellet

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PSG reach Champions League semi-finals after Dembélé's double against Liverpool

Paris Saint-Germain, who won 2-0 at Anfield on Tuesday, will now face Bayern Munich or 15-time winners Real Madrid in the last four. Luis Enrique's team remains on course to become the only side other than Madrid to retain the competition in the Champions League era.

Published on April 14, 2026, at 11:44 pm (Paris), updated on April 15, 2026, at 12:29 am Le Monde with AFP

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'It is the working-class youth that pays for the pensions of wealthy, elderly Parisians'

The mayors of Paris and Saint-Denis would do well to take inspiration from a new book by historians Gilles Postel-Vinay and Jean-Laurent Rosenthal, which sheds light on private wealth accumulation in the French capital, says Pierre-Cyrille Hautcœur.

Published on April 13, 2026, at 12:14 am (Paris), updated on April 13, 2026, at 7:47 am Pierre-Cyrille Hautcœur

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Eiffel Tower staircase up for auction expected to climb to new heights

From street lamps to metro benches, Parisian heritage continues to spark enthusiasm in auction rooms, as seen with a flight of steps from the 'Iron Lady' being offered by Artcurial.

Published on April 12, 2026, at 5:35 pm (Paris) Roxana Azimi

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Crippa, Demise claim Paris marathon victories

Ethiopia's Shure Demise won the women's elite race, while Italy's Yemaneberhan Crippa took the top spot in the men's equivalent on Sunday.

Published on April 12, 2026, at 12:04 pm (Paris), updated on April 12, 2026, at 2:17 pm Le Monde with AFP

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The planning battle to revive Tour Montparnasse, Paris's only skyscraper

After more than 10 years of negotiations between Paris City Hall and the tower's co-owners, the transformation of the now-empty Tour Montparnasse and its property complex is set to begin in autumn 2026.

Published on April 11, 2026, at 5:00 am (Paris) Emeline Cazi Isabelle Regnier Audrey Lagadec

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Paris mayor Emmanuel Grégoire seeks to 'unblock' talks over sale of Parc des Princes to PSG

The new mayor of Paris has called a Council meeting for April 14, during which he will ask the city's 163 elected officials to authorize the start of negotiations with the football club over the stadium's future.

Published on April 11, 2026, at 2:42 am (Paris) Hélène Bekmezian Alexandre Lemarié

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Emmanuel Grégoire launches first four major initiatives of his term as mayor of Paris

After-school care, housing, sheltering people living on the streets, Parc des Princes: The Socialist mayor is convening a Paris City Council meeting on April 14 to implement the top priorities of his agenda.

Published on April 9, 2026, at 5:40 am (Paris), updated on April 9, 2026, at 9:57 am Hélène Bekmezian

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In catacombs, museums, and labs, the delicate heritage of human remains

The Paris Catacombs reopen to the public on Wednesday, April 8, after five months of renovations. The timing offers a chance to reflect on how human remains are handled in cultural and research institutions. These singular relics pose ethical, technical and legal questions.

Published on April 8, 2026, at 5:00 am (Paris) Hervé Morin

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Paris's new mayor pledges to prevent sexual violence in schools

Claims of sexual abuse in schools were a central issue in the campaign during last month's Paris mayoral election. Emmanuel Grégoire said that the city had suspended 31 school monitors on suspicion of sexual violence since the beginning of 2026.

Published on April 3, 2026, at 1:53 pm (Paris) Le Monde with AFP

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Paris Mayor Grégoire unveils plan to tackle sexual violence in after-school programs: 'I want to guarantee complete transparency for families'

Paris's new mayor outlines his measures, including transparency, enhanced training and stricter oversight. Starting in April, a citizens' convention will debate the organization of the school week and day, including the current 4.5-day week for children.

Published on April 3, 2026, at 11:52 am (Paris), updated on April 3, 2026, at 11:56 am Hélène Bekmezian Sylvie Lecherbonnier Violaine Morin

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Paris police ban French Muslim gathering, saying it could be targeted by 'major terrorist risk'

The police order cited a foiled bid last weekend to bomb the Bank of America building in Paris – an event, it said, that underlined the seriousness of the threat inside France.

Published on April 3, 2026, at 3:02 am (Paris), updated on April 3, 2026, at 9:21 am Le Monde with AFP

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On housing, Mayor Grégoire wants people to 'still dream of living' in Paris

The new mayor has pledged to create 30,000 new social housing units and 30,000 additional 'affordable' homes – an ambitious goal. To reach it, Paris will have to nearly double its annual production of public housing.

Published on April 1, 2026, at 5:00 am (Paris), updated on April 1, 2026, at 9:37 am Véronique Chocron

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Paris Mayor Grégoire meets parents over sexual assault cases in after-school programs

The mayor met with two parents' collectives on Monday, March 30, who are demanding concrete action. Over the past year, dozens of complaints of sexual misconduct have been filed against after-school activity personnel employed by the City of Paris.

Published on March 31, 2026, at 1:00 pm (Paris) Violaine Morin Lucie Soullier

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France probes possible Iran link to foiled bomb attack outside Bank of America in Paris

Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez said the attack, which was foiled after police arrrested two suspects who set an explosive outside the bank, could be linked to Iran due to similarities to recent Iran-linked attacks in other European countries.

Published on March 30, 2026, at 12:25 pm (Paris), updated on March 30, 2026, at 3:09 pm Le Monde with AP

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Emmanuel Grégoire takes office as the new Paris mayor

On Sunday, the Socialist was officially elected by his peers on the Council of Paris, in which the political balance of power remains largely unchanged after the municipal elections. The left will govern for a fifth consecutive term.

Published on March 30, 2026, at 10:35 am (Paris) Hélène Bekmezian

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Anne Hidalgo's unwavering tenacity after 12 years as Paris mayor

After being elected to the Council of Paris in 2001, Hidalgo was immediately appointed as then-mayor Bertrand Delanoë's first deputy, before becoming mayor herself in 2014. Over her two terms in office, her determination, despite strong political opposition and legal obstacles, set her apart.

Published on March 29, 2026, at 1:44 pm (Paris), updated on March 29, 2026, at 3:41 pm Hélène Bekmezian

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Emmanuel Grégoire inaugurated mayor of Paris

The Socialist succeeds Anne Hidalgo, who led the French capital for 12 years.

Published on March 29, 2026, at 12:30 pm (Paris), updated on March 29, 2026, at 7:01 pm Le Monde with AFP

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Two suspects arrested in foiled Paris bomb attack outside Bank of America

Police had detained a first suspect, possibly a minor, in the early hours of Saturday just after he placed a device outside the bank building near the Champs-Elysées. He was accompanied by a second person who fled when police arrived.

Published on March 28, 2026, at 4:20 pm (Paris), updated on March 30, 2026, at 9:29 am Le Monde with AFP

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'In Paris, the ideal of urban transformation clearly resonated with voters'

Emmanuel Grégoire, the Socialist mayor-elect at the head of a left-wing and environmentalist coalition, now faces two main challenges: responding to the anxiety of Parisians who fear being driven out of their city by the high cost of living and pursuing a policy of solidarity with Greater Paris, writes economist Frédéric Gilli.

Published on March 25, 2026, at 3:00 pm (Paris) Frédéric Gilli

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Emmanuel Grégoire's long run to Paris City Hall

The next mayor of Paris, who will be officially elected by the city council on Sunday, will now step into the spotlight after years in the shadow of his political mentors.

Published on March 24, 2026, at 10:41 am (Paris), updated on March 24, 2026, at 1:57 pm Hélène Bekmezian

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Paris municipal elections: Emmanuel Grégoire and the united left achieve a resounding victory

Despite a united front from the entire right-wing and centrist parties – as well as competition on the left with La France Insoumise candidate Sophia Chikirou remaining in the race – the Socialist candidate delivered the united left its most impressive victory in Paris since 2001.

Published on March 23, 2026, at 5:36 am (Paris), updated on March 23, 2026, at 9:56 am Raphaëlle Bacqué Hélène Bekmezian Léo Lagniez

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Macron's role in Paris mayor election comes under scrutiny

Socialist frontrunner Emmanuel Grégoire accused President Emmanuel Macron of having intervened to obtain the withdrawal of far-right candidate Sarah Knafo in favor of conservative Rachida Dati. Macron firmly denied.

Published on March 20, 2026, at 5:06 pm (Paris) Mariama Darame Marie Pouzadoux Nathalie Segaunes

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Paris mayoral frontrunner Grégoire faces fierce attacks from rivals in debate

Emmanuel Grégoire, the Socialist who led in the first round, struggled to present his proposals during the debate as Sophia Chikirou and Rachida Dati took aim at him from his left and right.

Published on March 19, 2026, at 9:47 am (Paris), updated on March 19, 2026, at 12:59 pm Hélène Bekmezian

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Paris mayoral election: Three candidates head to second round following Knafo's withdrawal

Socialist Emmanuel Grégoire has refused any alliance with radical-left candidate Sophia Chikirou, as conservative candidate Rachida Dati looks to benefit from the withdrawal of two candidates.

Published on March 18, 2026, at 12:18 am (Paris), updated on March 19, 2026, at 4:04 pm Hélène Bekmezian

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PSG crushes Chelsea to reach Champions League quarterfinals

With a 3-0 win, Paris Saint-Germain edges past Chelsea and moves on to the next round, where they will face either Liverpool or Galatasaray.

Published on March 17, 2026, at 11:17 pm (Paris), updated on March 18, 2026, at 8:42 am Le Monde with AFP

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Paris mayoral election: Far-right candidate Knafo drops out

Sarah Knafo called on her voters to back the conservative candidate Rachida Dati 'to defeat the left.'

Published on March 17, 2026, at 3:26 pm (Paris), updated on March 17, 2026, at 3:27 pm Le Monde with AFP

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Paris mayoral race: Right-wing candidates unite ahead of second round

Rachida Dati and Pierre-Yves Bournazel agreed to merge their lists of candidates in the hopes of catching up with the left-wing coalition led by Emmanuel Grégoire in the second round on Sunday.

Published on March 17, 2026, at 10:57 am (Paris), updated on March 20, 2026, at 11:38 am Hélène Bekmezian Marie Pouzadoux

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Paris mayoral election: Socialist Grégoire leads under-pressure Dati

Rachida Dati, the conservative candidate for Paris mayor, trails Socialist Emmanuel Grégoire by more than 10 points in the first round. Many of the voters she courted shifted to the far right or the center.

Published on March 16, 2026, at 8:25 am (Paris), updated on March 16, 2026, at 11:58 am Hélène Bekmezian

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How a billiard hall in Paris's Belleville neighborhood became a symbol of gentrification

Every evening, a new crowd of young creatives packs M8, a billiards hall with six tables located in Paris's 19th arrondissement. As those working in the luxury industry started coming, the venue's original regulars gradually faded away.

Published on March 14, 2026, at 12:30 pm (Paris), updated on March 19, 2026, at 5:26 pm Justine Sebbag

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How Paris mobility transformed under Anne Hidalgo's two terms

Between 2014 and 2026, the streets of Paris underwent sweeping changes, notably with the pedestrianization of the riverbanks and the creation of numerous bike lanes. Pollution levels in the French capital have dropped, but as this improvement has been seen across the region and throughout France, the question of causality remains unresolved.

Published on March 12, 2026, at 12:30 pm (Paris) Hélène Bekmezian

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Jeffrey Epstein's Parisian lives

Over 18 years, the extremely kitsch property at 22 Avenue Foch served Epstein as a European office, a salon for artists and scientists and, above all, one of the places where he committed his sexual crimes.

Published on March 12, 2026, at 12:00 pm (Paris), updated on March 12, 2026, at 12:50 pm Jérôme Lefilliâtre, Vincent Nouvet, Stéphanie Pierre and Ivanne Trippenbach

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Far right lays trap for Dati in Paris mayoral race

Rachida Dati, the conservative candidate for mayor of Paris, finds herself in an uncomfortable position as Eric Zemmour's party calls for an alliance in the second round.

Published on March 11, 2026, at 7:00 am (Paris) Hélène Bekmezian

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Hidalgo reshaped Paris public space, but critics say upkeep fell behind

Supporters of the outgoing mayor, Anne Hidalgo, say that the city has become greener. Her critics point to the falling condition of the roads and question the sincerity of her environmental initiatives.

Published on March 9, 2026, at 5:35 am (Paris), updated on March 9, 2026, at 7:35 am Hélène Bekmezian

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Paris mayoral elections: What do the candidates propose?

Le Monde breaks down the platforms of the capital's six main candidates on safety, cleanliness, housing and the environment ahead of the French municipal elections on March 15 and 22.

Published on March 9, 2026, at 5:30 am (Paris), updated on March 9, 2026, at 8:00 pm Hélène Bekmezian

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Paris hit record debt under Hidalgo, fueling election fight

By the end of Mayor Anne Hidalgo's two terms, Paris's debt will have increased by 133% in 12 years, from €4.18 billion in 2014 to €9.7 billion by December 31, 2026.

Published on March 8, 2026, at 1:13 am (Paris), updated on March 9, 2026, at 6:12 pm Hélène Bekmezian

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What Paris police officers told investigators after a migrant worker died in their custody

Shortly after the death of El Hacen Diarra on January 15 in Paris, the officers gave conflicting accounts of the circumstances surrounding a search carried out at the police station during interviews conducted by investigators.

Published on February 27, 2026, at 11:37 am (Paris) Arthur Carpentier

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Paris mayoral election: Center-right candidate Bournazel defies calls for alliance with Dati

Pierre-Yves Bournazel, backed by former prime minister Edouard Philippe, has ruled out any alliance with conservative rival Rachida Dati – potentially jeopardizing the chances of either candidate winning City Hall.

Published on February 26, 2026, at 10:57 am (Paris) Marie Pouzadoux

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French culture minister Rachida Dati resigns to launch her Paris mayoral bid

The outspoken minister, who said she handed her resignation to Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday morning, had survived a series of cabinet reshuffles since January 2024 despite facing corruption charges for which she will appear in court in the autumn.

Published on February 26, 2026, at 1:16 am (Paris), updated on February 26, 2026, at 7:02 am Le Monde with AFP

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Annick Lemoine leaves Petit Palais to become Musée d'Orsay president

The heritage curator and Caravaggio specialist succeeds Sylvain Amic, who died suddenly in August 2025.

Published on February 25, 2026, at 12:10 pm (Paris) Roxana Azimi

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Christophe Leribault to be appointed new Louvre president

The current president of the Château de Versailles is set to be appointed during Wednesday morning's cabinet meeting. He succeeds Laurence des Cars, who resigned on Tuesday amid turmoil following the major jewelry theft in October 2025 and strikes by staff.

Published on February 25, 2026, at 9:34 am (Paris), updated on February 25, 2026, at 12:39 pm Roxana Azimi

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Paris municipal elections: Far-right candidate Knafo's platform is full of dubious calculations

From underestimated expenses to often unrealistic savings, the platform put forward by far-right Paris mayoral candidate Sarah Knafo, who is running in the March 15 and 22 municipal elections, is not as rigorously calculated as she claims.

Published on February 24, 2026, at 4:03 pm (Paris) Hélène Bekmezian

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French artist JR's installation will transform Paris's oldest bridge into a giant cave

The public art project will open in June, and run for just over three weeks.

Published on February 23, 2026, at 3:24 pm (Paris), updated on February 23, 2026, at 3:31 pm Le Monde with AP

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Paris municipal elections: Socialist candidate Grégoire holds his own debate with Parisians

Unable to compare his platform with that of his main rival, Rachida Dati, the Socialist candidate supported by a left-wing alliance – excluding La France Insoumise – organized a discussion with Parisians on Sunday.

Published on February 23, 2026, at 2:30 pm (Paris) Hélène Bekmezian

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New election rules spice up Paris, Marseille and Lyon mayor races

The voting system in France's three largest cities will change in the March municipal elections, allowing voters to cast their ballots directly for central city councilors. The novelty has disrupted the political balance and made traditional strongholds less essential.

Published on February 23, 2026, at 5:00 am (Paris), updated on February 23, 2026, at 9:15 am Hélène Bekmezian, Benoît Floc’h, Gilles Rof and Richard Schittly

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Paris mayoral election campaign gets bogged down in controversy

With one month until the election, the leading candidates are still struggling to gain traction for their local platforms, which have been overshadowed by national debates.

Published on February 20, 2026, at 5:00 am (Paris) Hélène Bekmezian

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France to arm railway and metro police with stun guns

Transport Minister Philippe Tabarot said several hundred officers policing trains and the Paris metro would be equipped with electroshock weapons on an experimental basis.

Published on February 19, 2026, at 11:15 am (Paris), updated on February 19, 2026, at 11:27 am Le Monde with AFP

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Diplomat Anne-Claire Legendre succeeds Jack Lang at Arab World Institute

Legendre, President Emmanuel Macron's adviser for North Africa and the Middle East, was selected by the Paris-based institution's board, following the sudden resignation of its president after the revelations over his connections with Jeffrey Epstein.

Published on February 17, 2026, at 11:03 am (Paris), updated on February 17, 2026, at 4:43 pm Roxana Azimi Philippe Ricard

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Investigators raid offices of former French minister Jack Lang over Epstein ties

While no charges have been filed against Jack Lang, he recently quit his position as head of the Arab World Institute in Paris after his name appeared hundreds of times in files related to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Published on February 16, 2026, at 2:59 pm (Paris), updated on February 16, 2026, at 3:01 pm Le Monde with AFP

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Nine people charged in Louvre ticket fraud scandal

Investigators believe guides working with Chinese tourists reused tickets to enter several times, bribing security staff to get their compliance.

Published on February 13, 2026, at 11:18 pm (Paris), updated on February 15, 2026, at 8:34 pm Le Monde with AFP

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Knife-wielding man shot by police at Arc de Triomphe in Paris

France's anti-terrorism prosecutor has opened an investigation after a suspect allegedly attacked officers during the ceremony to rekindle the flame at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, injuring one before being shot and hospitalized.

Published on February 13, 2026, at 8:53 pm (Paris) Le Monde with AP

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Louvre ticket fraud ring dismantled, police says

French police have broken up what the Louvre described as a 'large-scale' ticket fraud network. Local news says nine people were arrested, including two museum employees.

Published on February 12, 2026, at 5:08 pm (Paris) Le Monde with AFP

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