Protesters block Louvre entrances in Paris

Protesters blocked the entrances to the Louvre museum in Paris on Monday morning, preventing visitors from entering or exiting the world's largest art museum, according to museum management and unions. The demonstrators stated they support protests against the education system and oppose police use of force, displaying a sign outside the museum declaring pride in blocking the landmark. The action follows Saturday's nationwide protests, which French authorities estimate drew 550,000 participants across 110 demonstrations, though organizers claim nearly 800,000 attended. The weekend protests, which began as student demonstrations against the education system a month ago, escalated into riots with looting, arson, and clashes in Paris and other cities, leading to nearly 2,400 arrests and about 1,000 police injuries. Similar unrest has since spread to Milan, Italy, prompting Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni to call an emergency security meeting, while French President Emmanuel Macron has vowed accountability for those who caused destruction.