Core Points - A significant robbery occurred at the Louvre Museum in France, where a group of armed masked individuals disguised as construction workers stole valuable jewelry, including nine pieces from the Napoleonic era [1][2] - The robbery took place on the morning of the 19th, lasting approximately seven minutes, and involved a well-prepared criminal gang that used professional tools to execute the theft [1] - The stolen items' value is currently unquantifiable, but it was confirmed that the famous "Regent Diamond," weighing over 140 carats, was not among the stolen items [1] Investigation and Security Concerns - The Paris prosecutor's office has launched an investigation into "organized gang theft" and "criminal organizations" following the incident [2] - Criticism has been directed at the Louvre's security measures, with a senator highlighting prior warnings about insufficient staffing to protect the collection [2] - The French Minister of Culture acknowledged the museum's vulnerability and emphasized the need for improved security measures to combat organized crime targeting cultural institutions [2]