As a new suspect is arrested in Louvre heist, the museum unveils its newest arts space

The Guimet Museum in Paris is hosting a significant exhibition that explores the history of manga, from ancient Japanese illustrated scrolls to contemporary figures like Luffy and Astroboy. This exhibition emphasizes the storytelling traditions inherent in manga and its evolution into a global phenomenon, reflecting its increasing popularity in France. The exhibition is set to run until March 9.

French Guiana, a remote outpost of the EU bordering Brazil, is home to Europe's only spaceport and a military mission involving the French Foreign Legion, which is tasked with maintaining security in this biodiverse region. The presence of military personnel underscores the strategic importance of the area amid rising global tensions.

An Algerian appeals court upheld a seven-year prison sentence for French sports journalist Christophe Gleizes, who was convicted on terrorism-related charges. Gleizes, 36, is currently the only journalist from France imprisoned abroad, and his case has emerged amid rising diplomatic tensions between France and Algeria.

French prosecutors have remanded a 39-year-old man into custody, marking the arrest of the final suspect in the October heist at the Louvre's Apollo Gallery, where crown jewels valued at approximately $102 million were stolen. This brings the total number of suspects detained to four, all believed to be part of a masked gang involved in the audacious theft.

Two French journalist unions have filed a lawsuit against Israel, alleging that the country is obstructing press access to Gaza and the West Bank. This complaint was submitted to the Paris anti-terror prosecutor’s office, highlighting ongoing concerns about the freedom of the press in conflict zones.

Two minors, including a 16-year-old Russian national, have been detained in Paris on suspicion of planning an antisemitic attack. The Russian minor, who arrived in France four years ago, allegedly threatened to kill Jews and shared a photo of himself with a knife on WhatsApp, indicating a specific target related to religious worship.