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Trial of Seven Georgians for Theft of Rare Russian Literary Works Set to Begin in Paris

A Paris court will hear the case of seven Georgian nationals accused of stealing valuable Russian literary works from French libraries, part of a broader investigation.

Editorial Staff / 2026-06-09 / 1min

Seven Georgian nationals are scheduled to appear in court in Paris on Tuesday, facing charges related to the theft of rare books authored by notable Russian writers.

The stolen works include pieces by literary giants such as Alexander Pushkin, which were taken from prestigious libraries in France.

This case is reportedly part of a larger investigation that spans multiple countries in Europe, highlighting ongoing concerns about the theft of cultural artifacts.