Zahi Hawass foundation demands security for Egyptian antiquities at the Louvre

The Zahi Hawass Foundation for Antiquities and Heritage has called on French authorities to secure Egyptian artifacts at the Louvre after protests closed the Paris museum.

• The Louvre closed its doors amid demonstrations in the surrounding Paris area.
• The foundation issued a statement expressing concern over the safety of Egyptian antiquities displayed at the museum.
• The foundation demanded French authorities and Louvre management take immediate security measures to protect Egyptian artifacts from potential damage.