A Congolese who has lived in France for 20 years, Diyabanza belongs to a pan-African movement that is pressing France to return those artifacts and make reparations for acts of slavery. He appeared in court on Wednesday charged with attempted theft. Prosecutors demanded a fine.

'Seizing' African art: Diyabanza led the operation at Quai Branly museum

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'Seizing' African art: Diyabanza led the operation at Quai Branly museum