Louvre Museum Closes Due to Staff Protest

The world-famous Louvre museum in Paris unexpectedly closed its doors on Monday due to a staff strike. The workers, including gallery attendants and security personnel, refused to work because of what they call 'unmanageable' crowds and poor working conditions.

Thousands of tourists were left waiting outside the museum, confused and disappointed. The Louvre, home to famous artworks like the Mona Lisa, is struggling with overcrowding. It receives about 30,000 visitors daily, which is far more than it was designed to handle.

The French President, Emmanuel Macron, has announced a 10-year plan to improve the museum. This includes creating a separate room for the Mona Lisa and adding a new entrance. However, the staff say they need immediate changes. They are concerned about the safety of the artworks and the quality of the visitor experience. The museum's management is now in talks with the workers to address these issues.