Social Media Stunt Exposes Louvre Security Flaws

Two Cologne-based YouTubers smuggled portraits of Donald Trump and Friedrich Merz into the Louvre, placing them near the Mona Lisa in a prank that has gone viral.

The prank, carried out by YouTubers 'King Ilgar Aliyev' and 'Bobby,' was documented in an eight-minute video detailing their planning and execution.
The portraits were smuggled into the Louvre under their clothing and attached to the walls near the Mona Lisa using double-sided tape.
The Louvre has declined to comment on the incident, which occurred in mid-March and was revealed through the video posted on March 30, 2025.
The video has gained significant traction on social media, with over 230,000 views on TikTok and additional engagement on YouTube and Instagram.
The stunt has raised concerns about security vulnerabilities at one of the world's most visited museums, sparking discussions about the role of social media in amplifying such actions.