"Eiffel Tower Reopens After Employee Strike Closure"

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Source: The Associated Press
"Eiffel Tower Reopens After Employee Strike Closure"
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The Eiffel Tower in Paris reopened to visitors after a six-day closure due to a strike by employees demanding better maintenance and salary hikes. The operator reached an agreement with the unions, promising a significant investment for renovation work and launching salary negotiations. The iconic landmark will play a prominent role in the upcoming Paris Games and Paralympics, with Olympic and Paralympic medals containing pieces of iron from the tower.

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