The Louvre in Paris was forced to close its doors on Monday due to ongoing student protests. Museum management stated the protests prevented a safe opening to the public. The demonstrators are expressing solidarity with a nationwide movement of high school students in France and protesting against police violence. A long queue of tourists was left stranded outside the museum as a result of the closure. The duration of the Louvre's closure remains uncertain. The situation highlights rising tensions and student activism within France. This action adds to a larger wave of demonstrations occurring across the country.