"Eiffel Tower Closed Due to Strike, Disrupting Tourist Visits"

The Eiffel Tower was closed to visitors on Monday due to a strike over financial management issues, marking the second closure in two months. Tourists were advised of disruptions and electronic ticket holders were instructed to check their inboxes. The strike, led by the CGT union, seeks a salary increase in proportion to ticket sales revenue and improved maintenance of the monument. Visitors expressed disappointment, while the union criticized the operator's business model for prioritizing short-term benefits over long-term conservation.