New details about Louvre heist revealed as officials announce stricter security measures

Louvre director Laurence des Cars shared the changes and new details with the Committee of Cultural Affairs of the National Assembly on Wednesday, according to The Associated Press.

In 2019, display cases had been replaced to protect against weapon attacks within the museum, but the disc-cutting method "had not been imagined at all," said des Cars.

"Videos show how difficult it was for the thieves," she said. She added that the display cases "held up remarkably well and did not break apart."

"After the shock, after the emotion, after the assessment, it's time for action," said des Cars.

The new measures are a part of over 20 new emergency measures, including the establishment of the new role of "security coordinator."

Fox News Digital previously contacted the Louvre to ask whether the heist will affect its security measures, but the museum said it does not "discuss security matters."

The Associated Press contributed to this report.