Louvre and Other Museums Close for Saturday Protests as France Deploys 70,000 Officers

France plans to deploy 70,000 police officers and gendarmes nationwide Saturday as protests against rising living costs raise fears of renewed violence. The Louvre, Orsay and Picasso museums, along with the Grand Palais, will close, according to the Culture Ministry. Authorities say last week’s demonstrations involved fires, looting and clashes with police. Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez said helicopters, armored vehicles, water cannons and elite units would support the security operation. Art Basel Paris canceled its weekend program, citing safety concerns