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Six Georgians Sentenced for Stealing Rare Russian Books in France

Six Georgians Sentenced for Stealing Rare Russian Books in France

In a case dubbed 'Operation Pushkin,' six individuals from Georgia have been sentenced for stealing valuable Russian literature from French libraries.

Editorial Staff
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Updated 4 days ago
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A group of six Georgians has been sentenced in connection with the theft of rare Russian books from several esteemed libraries in France.

The operation, referred to as 'Operation Pushkin,' involved replacing the original books with counterfeit copies, deceiving library staff.

This incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding the security of cultural artifacts and the lengths to which thieves will go to exploit them.