Georgian crime ring stole rare Pushkin editions from European libraries; Paris trial begins June 9
For two years, Georgian criminals orchestrated the theft of rare Alexandre Pushkin editions from major European libraries. The trial of five suspects begins in Paris on June 9, potentially revealing the masterminds. Attention is focused on Russia, where the 19th-century poet is revered.
Key facts
- Georgian criminals stole rare Pushkin editions from European libraries over two years.
- The trial of five suspects begins in Paris on June 9.
- The operation is called 'Opération Pouchkine'.
- The theft targeted major European libraries.
- The stolen books are valuable editions of Alexandre Pushkin.
- The trial may reveal the masterminds behind the thefts.
- Russia is under scrutiny as Pushkin is highly revered there.
- The source is Le Monde, published June 6, 2026.
Entities
Artists
- Alexandre Pushkin
Institutions
- Le Monde
Locations
- Paris
- France
- Russia
- Europe