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At least 11 people lost their lives after an Israeli strike hit tents housing displaced civilians near a hospital in the southern city of Rafah on Saturday (March 2), said Gaza's Hamas-run health ministry.

It further said that another 50 people were injured in the strike next to a hospital in the Tel Al-Sultan area of Rafah.

One of the deceased victims was a medic at the hospital and children were also injured in the blast, ministry spokesman Ashraf al-Qudra said in a statement.

"Eleven citizens were martyred and about 50 injured, including children, as a result of Israeli forces targeting tents of displaced people near the Emirati hospital," AFP quoted Qudra as saying.

One of the witnesses said that the strike hit a tent where people had taken shelter.&nbsp;

"The strike hit one tent, where people took shelter, directly, the shrapnel came inside the hospital where I and friends were sitting, we survived by a miracle," news agency Reuters quoted a witness as saying.

"Destruction is everywhere and there are many martyrs," said Rafah resident Belal Abu Jekhleh.

"Suddenly the glass shattered and a fire broke out. Everyone fled, some were martyred and others injured. I was injured in my hands and head, and my brother was also injured," he added.

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The Israeli army in a statement confirmed that it conducted a strike near the hospital.

"The precision strike was conducted against Islamic Jihad terrorists and no damage was caused to the hospital in the area," the army said in a statement.

World Health Organisation chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus took to his official X account and termed the strike as "outrageous and unspeakable".

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The Israeli army has carried out multiple strikes targeting hospitals in the Gaza Strip since the war broke out between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas.

Israel has accused Hamas of using hospitals for its military activities, a claim which the Palestinian group repeatedly denies.

(With inputs from agencies)

Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

At least 11 people lost their lives after an Israeli strike hit tents housing displaced civilians near a hospital in the southern city of Rafah on Saturday (March 2), said Gaza's Hamas-run health ministry.

At least 11 people lost their lives after an Israeli strike hit tents housing displaced civilians near a hospital in the southern city of Rafah on Saturday (March 2), said Gaza's Hamas-run health ministry. It further said that another 50 people were injured in the strike next to a hospital in the Tel Al-Sultan area of Rafah. One of the deceased victims was a medic at the hospital and children were also injured in the blast, ministry spokesman Ashraf al-Qudra said in a statement. "Eleven citizens were martyred and about 50 injured, including children, as a result of Israeli forces targeting tents of displaced people near the Emirati hospital," AFP quoted Qudra as saying. One of the witnesses said that the strike hit a tent where people had taken shelter. "The strike hit one tent, where people took shelter, directly, the shrapnel came inside the hospital where I and friends were sitting, we survived by a miracle," news agency Reuters quoted a witness as saying. "Destruction is everywhere and there are many martyrs," said Rafah resident Belal Abu Jekhleh. "Suddenly the glass shattered and a fire broke out. Everyone fled, some were martyred and others injured. I was injured in my hands and head, and my brother was also injured," he added. Also read: US conducts initial airdrop of humanitarian assistance into Gaza The Israeli army in a statement confirmed that it conducted a strike near the hospital. "The precision strike was conducted against Islamic Jihad terrorists and no damage was caused to the hospital in the area," the army said in a statement. World Health Organisation chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus took to his official X account and termed the strike as "outrageous and unspeakable". Reports that tents sheltering displaced people in Rafah were bombed - reportedly killing 11 people and injuring 50, including children - are outrageous and unspeakable. Among those killed are two health workers. Health workers and civilians are #NotATarget, and must be… — Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus (@DrTedros) March 2, 2024 × The Israeli army has carried out multiple strikes targeting hospitals in the Gaza Strip since the war broke out between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas. Israel has accused Hamas of using hospitals for its military activities, a claim which the Palestinian group repeatedly denies. (With inputs from agencies) Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

Israeli strike near Rafah hospital claims lives of 11, says Hamas

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OpenAI, the organisation behind artificial intelligence chat app ChatGPT, refuted Elon Musk's accusations of a betrayal of its original mission and announced its intention to seek the dismissal of the claims in court.

Musk, who in fact is a co-founder of OpenAI in 2015 alongside Sam Altman, had departed in 2018 and&nbsp;has become a prominent critic of the AI-focused organisation.

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Last week, Musk initiated a legal case against OpenAI, contending in a San Francisco court that the firm was initially intended to be a nonprofit entity.

In response, OpenAI and its executives stated in a blog post, "We intend to move to dismiss all of Elon's claims."

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OpenAI gained public attention in late 2022 with the launch of its chatbot, ChatGPT, capable of generating poems, essays, and excelling in exams.

Originally conceived as a nonprofit dedicated to developing artificial general intelligence (AGI), OpenAI aimed to create AI surpassing human capabilities across various measures of intelligence, with a focus on ensuring the technology's safety for humanity.

Microsoft invested approximately $13 billion in OpenAI in recent years, leading both companies to offer AI services to developers and individuals. Altman and other Silicon Valley startup executives presented their counter-arguments on Tuesday, supported by emails.

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Expressing disappointment in Musk's actions, the blog post stated, "We're sad that it's come to this with someone whom we've deeply admired — someone who inspired us to aim higher, then told us we would fail, started a competitor, and then sued us when we started making meaningful progress towards OpenAI's mission without him."

In 2017, realising the need for substantial capital, Musk suggested attaching OpenAI to Tesla as its "cash cow." However, facing resistance, Musk eventually left OpenAI, asserting a zero per cent probability of its success and expressing plans to develop an AGI competitor within Tesla.

Upon departure in February 2018, Musk conveyed support for OpenAI finding its own path to raising billions of dollars, according to the blog post.

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Additionally, Altman and colleagues highlighted OpenAI's commitment to providing free AI access to organisations and countries, citing Albania as an example, where OpenAI's tools are aiding EU accession acceleration by up to 5.5 years.

(With inputs from agencies)

OpenAI, the organisation behind artificial intelligence chat app ChatGPT, refuted Elon Musk's accusations of a betrayal of its original mission and announced its intention to seek the dismissal of the claims in court.

OpenAI, the organisation behind artificial intelligence chat app ChatGPT, refuted Elon Musk's accusations of a betrayal of its original mission and announced its intention to seek the dismissal of the claims in court. Musk, who in fact is a co-founder of OpenAI in 2015 alongside Sam Altman, had departed in 2018 and has become a prominent critic of the AI-focused organisation. Also read: Elon Musk files lawsuit against OpenAI CEO Sam Altman for abandoning firm's founding mission Last week, Musk initiated a legal case against OpenAI, contending in a San Francisco court that the firm was initially intended to be a nonprofit entity. In response, OpenAI and its executives stated in a blog post, "We intend to move to dismiss all of Elon's claims." Also read: Elon Musk loses $56 bn pay package in legal battle OpenAI gained public attention in late 2022 with the launch of its chatbot, ChatGPT, capable of generating poems, essays, and excelling in exams. Originally conceived as a nonprofit dedicated to developing artificial general intelligence (AGI), OpenAI aimed to create AI surpassing human capabilities across various measures of intelligence, with a focus on ensuring the technology's safety for humanity. Microsoft invested approximately $13 billion in OpenAI in recent years, leading both companies to offer AI services to developers and individuals. Altman and other Silicon Valley startup executives presented their counter-arguments on Tuesday, supported by emails. Also read: 'Nothing short of remarkable': THIS is how much Elon Musk earns in one minute Expressing disappointment in Musk's actions, the blog post stated, "We're sad that it's come to this with someone whom we've deeply admired — someone who inspired us to aim higher, then told us we would fail, started a competitor, and then sued us when we started making meaningful progress towards OpenAI's mission without him." In 2017, realising the need for substantial capital, Musk suggested attaching OpenAI to Tesla as its "cash cow." However, facing resistance, Musk eventually left OpenAI, asserting a zero per cent probability of its success and expressing plans to develop an AGI competitor within Tesla. Upon departure in February 2018, Musk conveyed support for OpenAI finding its own path to raising billions of dollars, according to the blog post. Also read: Elon Musk's Tesla to set up first Indian manufacturing plant in Gujarat: Report Additionally, Altman and colleagues highlighted OpenAI's commitment to providing free AI access to organisations and countries, citing Albania as an example, where OpenAI's tools are aiding EU accession acceleration by up to 5.5 years. (With inputs from agencies)

OpenAI rejects Elon Musk’s accusations of betrayal, to counter him in court

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Thousands of passengers in Germany faced travel misery on Thursday (March 7) as rail and airport employees staged new strikes demanding&nbsp;higher wages.

The country has been grappling with ongoing strikes, with workers and management engaged in negotiations amid challenges posed by high inflation and sluggish business activity.

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For months, various sectors, including transport, supermarkets and the civil service, have been affected by industrial action.

Rail workers commenced a 35-hour strike on freight services on Wednesday (March 6) at 1700 GMT and on passenger services at 0100 GMT on Thursday.

The extended strike duration aims to emphasise a key demand of the GDL train drivers union—to reduce the working week from 38 to 35 hours.

Workers in the rail sector have been staging strikes to secure a pay raise that addresses the rising cost of living due to inflation.

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A previous train drivers' strike in January caused significant travel disruptions over several days, marking the start of what GDL boss Claus Weselsky called a wave of strikes.

Weselsky asserted that the rail system is no longer a reliable means of transportation, and that&nbsp;Future actions will be announced with less than 48 hours' notice.

Deutsche Bahn, the rail operator, has criticised the strike, noting that it has made concessions equivalent to a 13 per cent pay increase.

Simultaneously, Lufthansa ground staff launched a nationwide strike from 0300 GMT on Thursday to 0610 GMT on Saturday. Security staff at Frankfurt and Hamburg airports also conducted a one-day walkout.

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Frankfurt, Germany's largest aviation hub, anticipated significant disruptions and flight cancellations throughout the day, leading to the closure of the airport for outbound passengers. The ongoing Lufthansa strike is poised to impact the airline's services at other airports, following a prior one-day strike that grounded 80 to 90 per cent of flights and affected around 100,000 passengers.

The Verdi union, representing workers, is pushing for a 12.5 per cent pay increase and a minimum additional monthly payment of 500 euros ($542).&nbsp;

While Lufthansa has proposed pay hikes over an extended period, they fall short of meeting Verdi's demands, resulting in continued tensions between workers' representatives and management.

(With inputs from agencies)

Thousands of passengers in Germany faced travel misery on Thursday (March 7) as rail and airport employees staged new strikes demanding higher wages. The country has been grappling with ongoing strikes, with workers and management engaged in negotiations amid challenges posed by high inflation and sluggish business activity.

Thousands of passengers in Germany faced travel misery on Thursday (March 7) as rail and airport employees staged new strikes demanding higher wages. The country has been grappling with ongoing strikes, with workers and management engaged in negotiations amid challenges posed by high inflation and sluggish business activity. Also read: German railways grind to near halt in three-day train drivers' strike For months, various sectors, including transport, supermarkets and the civil service, have been affected by industrial action. Rail workers commenced a 35-hour strike on freight services on Wednesday (March 6) at 1700 GMT and on passenger services at 0100 GMT on Thursday. The extended strike duration aims to emphasise a key demand of the GDL train drivers union—to reduce the working week from 38 to 35 hours. Workers in the rail sector have been staging strikes to secure a pay raise that addresses the rising cost of living due to inflation. Also read: German train drivers ramp up pressure with longest strike yet A previous train drivers' strike in January caused significant travel disruptions over several days, marking the start of what GDL boss Claus Weselsky called a wave of strikes. Weselsky asserted that the rail system is no longer a reliable means of transportation, and that Future actions will be announced with less than 48 hours' notice. Deutsche Bahn, the rail operator, has criticised the strike, noting that it has made concessions equivalent to a 13 per cent pay increase. Simultaneously, Lufthansa ground staff launched a nationwide strike from 0300 GMT on Thursday to 0610 GMT on Saturday. Security staff at Frankfurt and Hamburg airports also conducted a one-day walkout. Also read: Nationwide rail strike jolts Germany Frankfurt, Germany's largest aviation hub, anticipated significant disruptions and flight cancellations throughout the day, leading to the closure of the airport for outbound passengers. The ongoing Lufthansa strike is poised to impact the airline's services at other airports, following a prior one-day strike that grounded 80 to 90 per cent of flights and affected around 100,000 passengers. The Verdi union, representing workers, is pushing for a 12.5 per cent pay increase and a minimum additional monthly payment of 500 euros ($542). While Lufthansa has proposed pay hikes over an extended period, they fall short of meeting Verdi's demands, resulting in continued tensions between workers' representatives and management. (With inputs from agencies)

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At least two individuals sustained injuries during a maintenance operation at the Aftab oil refinery in Bandar Abbas, Iran, as reported by Iranian state media outlets on Thursday (March 7), citing the operating company.

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Earlier, the Iranian state news agency IRNA had mentioned an accident at the refinery resulting in both casualties and injuries but emphasised the absence of an official statement.

Subsequent reports from various state media outlets characterised the incident as a partial event occurring during a maintenance operation,&nbsp;refraining from providing specific details about the nature of the operation.&nbsp;

They confirmed at least two injuries, making no mention of any fatalities.

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The situation is unfolding, and ongoing investigations are underway to determine the cause of the blast and evaluate the extent of the damage. Updates are anticipated as authorities continue their assessment.

This is a developing story. More to follow.

At least two individuals sustained injuries during a maintenance operation at the Aftab oil refinery in Bandar Abbas, Iran, as reported by Iranian state media outlets on Thursday (March 7), citing the operating company.

At least two individuals sustained injuries during a maintenance operation at the Aftab oil refinery in Bandar Abbas, Iran, as reported by Iranian state media outlets on Thursday (March 7), citing the operating company. Also read: Iran claims to have identified bomb maker behind twin blasts Earlier, the Iranian state news agency IRNA had mentioned an accident at the refinery resulting in both casualties and injuries but emphasised the absence of an official statement. Subsequent reports from various state media outlets characterised the incident as a partial event occurring during a maintenance operation, refraining from providing specific details about the nature of the operation. They confirmed at least two injuries, making no mention of any fatalities. Also read: Iran blames US & Israel's role in twin blast, vows harsh response The situation is unfolding, and ongoing investigations are underway to determine the cause of the blast and evaluate the extent of the damage. Updates are anticipated as authorities continue their assessment. This is a developing story. More to follow.

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Authorities in Singapore have charged two men, Yang Chenguang (29) and Li Xiao Wei (45), for allegedly assisting three people to illegally enter a Taylor Swift concert. The accused purportedly distracted entry gate personnel while the trio slipped into the venue without tickets.

Reportedly, one of the accused engaged guards in conversation to divert their attention, while the other manipulated a turnstile to allow the unauthorised entry. All people involved are from China. A third individual has been arrested but awaits formal charges. The incident occurred during Swift's Eras Tour, the exclusive Southeast Asian stop being in Singapore.

The sold-out concert, held at the National Stadium within the Singapore Sports Hub, was part of Swift's highly anticipated Eras Tour. The event attracted fans from across the region, some resorting to resellers for tickets. The accused purportedly facilitated the illegal entry of Shangguan Linmo, Hu Zhijun, and Yang Junhao.

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<h2>Organisers' response and security measures</h2>

Kallang Alive Sport Management, the event organiser, and the police issued a joint statement stressing on&nbsp;cooperation to ensure public safety. They cautioned against purchasing tickets from unauthorised sellers and stressed the need for valid tickets for entry.

The statement said: “The police would like to remind the public to only purchase tickets and merchandise from authorised sellers and to only enter the venue with a valid ticket.”

Chinese influencer Yang Junhao claimed to have unknowingly purchased fake tickets. He posted a video expressing frustration and claimed to be assisting with the investigation.&nbsp;

Singaporean Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong clarified that securing an exclusive deal with Swift was not intended as an aggressive move against neighbouring countries. The government provided undisclosed incentives to Swift from a tourism revitalisation fund, sparking discontent among regional neighbours.

“[Our] agencies negotiated an arrangement with her to come to Singapore and perform and to make Singapore her only stop in Southeast Asia,” Lee told reporters in Melbourne, Australia where he was attending a summit.

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The deal with Swift has stirred regional controversy, with some countries alleging unfair treatment.&nbsp;

“Sometimes one country makes a deal, sometimes another country does. I don’t explicitly say ‘you will come here only on condition that you’ll not go to other places’,” Lee said.

(With inputs from agencies)

Authorities in Singapore have charged two men, Yang Chenguang (29) and Li Xiao Wei (45), for allegedly assisting three people to illegally enter a Taylor Swift concert.

Authorities in Singapore have charged two men, Yang Chenguang (29) and Li Xiao Wei (45), for allegedly assisting three people to illegally enter a Taylor Swift concert. The accused purportedly distracted entry gate personnel while the trio slipped into the venue without tickets. Reportedly, one of the accused engaged guards in conversation to divert their attention, while the other manipulated a turnstile to allow the unauthorised entry. All people involved are from China. A third individual has been arrested but awaits formal charges. The incident occurred during Swift's Eras Tour, the exclusive Southeast Asian stop being in Singapore. The sold-out concert, held at the National Stadium within the Singapore Sports Hub, was part of Swift's highly anticipated Eras Tour. The event attracted fans from across the region, some resorting to resellers for tickets. The accused purportedly facilitated the illegal entry of Shangguan Linmo, Hu Zhijun, and Yang Junhao. Also read | Singapore struck exclusive deal with Taylor Swift over Eras Tour, other countries in region cry foul Organisers' response and security measures Kallang Alive Sport Management, the event organiser, and the police issued a joint statement stressing on cooperation to ensure public safety. They cautioned against purchasing tickets from unauthorised sellers and stressed the need for valid tickets for entry. The statement said: “The police would like to remind the public to only purchase tickets and merchandise from authorised sellers and to only enter the venue with a valid ticket.” Chinese influencer Yang Junhao claimed to have unknowingly purchased fake tickets. He posted a video expressing frustration and claimed to be assisting with the investigation. Singaporean Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong clarified that securing an exclusive deal with Swift was not intended as an aggressive move against neighbouring countries. The government provided undisclosed incentives to Swift from a tourism revitalisation fund, sparking discontent among regional neighbours. “[Our] agencies negotiated an arrangement with her to come to Singapore and perform and to make Singapore her only stop in Southeast Asia,” Lee told reporters in Melbourne, Australia where he was attending a summit. Also watch | Taylor Swift breaks Elvis Presley's record The deal with Swift has stirred regional controversy, with some countries alleging unfair treatment. “Sometimes one country makes a deal, sometimes another country does. I don’t explicitly say ‘you will come here only on condition that you’ll not go to other places’,” Lee said. (With inputs from agencies)

Two charged for helping fans illegally enter Taylor Swift concert in Singapore

A joint operation by the counter terrorism department and Rawalpindi police foiled an attack on the Adiala central jail in the early hours of Thursday, Security forces have apprehended three alleged terrorists they claim were involved in this attempt. Watch to know more!

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Arsonists identifying as the Volcano Group caused Tesla's German factory to lose power, potentially leading to damages amounting to almost $1 billion, claimed the Elon Musk company.

The incident in which a single high-voltage power mast near the Tesla factory in Grünheide was set ablaze left over 60,000 residents in Brandenburg and parts of Berlin without electricity. It has raised broader concerns about safeguarding critical infrastructure from vandals and saboteurs.

<h2>Elend&nbsp;'Misery' Musk</h2>

In a statement to the media, the arsonist group referred to Tesla CEO Elon Musk as "Elend" Musk, using a wordplay that means "misery" in German, and claimed that "the complete destruction of the Gigafactory and the lopping off of technofascists like 'Elend' Musk are a step on the path towards liberation from the patriarchy".

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As per a Fortune report citing the plant's senior director Andre Thierig, due to the disruption production was halted, affecting around 1,000 vehicles per day, which he said could ramp up losses in the "high hundreds of millions" of euros.

Tesla's European factory in Grünheide, its first in Europe, produces the Model Y crossover for most European left-hand drive markets, including Germany.

<h2>Impact on Tesla</h2>

With the factory's ventilation system offline, all 12,500 employees had to be sent home, and repairs by the local grid operator could take several days.

"We currently do not expect to resume production this week," Thierig told the press.

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The attackers, described by Musk as the "dumbest eco-terrorists on Earth," have managed to evade arrest despite their sporadic attacks on electronic cables controlling telecommunications, trains, and manufacturing plants in remote locations once every year or two.

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The Federal Association for the Protection of Critical Infrastructures (BSKI) vice chairperson Hans-Walter Borries suggested using drones to monitor critical infrastructure, stating that more needs to be done to protect these vulnerable targets.

"We need to protect these objects just like we might with a military installation," he told regional broadcaster Radio Berlin-Brandenburg on Tuesday.

This incident adds to a series of challenges faced by Tesla's European factory, including recent local opposition to its expansion and allegations of water pollution.

As per Fortune, this incident could have a "silver lining". Despite these setbacks, the production stoppage could help reduce unsold inventory in Europe without requiring additional price incentives.

(With inputs from agencies)

Arsonists identifying as the Volcano Group caused Tesla's German factory to lose power, potentially leading to damages amounting to almost $1 billion, claimed the Elon Musk company.

Arsonists identifying as the Volcano Group caused Tesla's German factory to lose power, potentially leading to damages amounting to almost $1 billion, claimed the Elon Musk company. The incident in which a single high-voltage power mast near the Tesla factory in Grünheide was set ablaze left over 60,000 residents in Brandenburg and parts of Berlin without electricity. It has raised broader concerns about safeguarding critical infrastructure from vandals and saboteurs. Elend 'Misery' Musk In a statement to the media, the arsonist group referred to Tesla CEO Elon Musk as "Elend" Musk, using a wordplay that means "misery" in German, and claimed that "the complete destruction of the Gigafactory and the lopping off of technofascists like 'Elend' Musk are a step on the path towards liberation from the patriarchy". Also read | OpenAI and Elon Musk in legal tangle: AI mission derailed by clash over control and profit As per a Fortune report citing the plant's senior director Andre Thierig, due to the disruption production was halted, affecting around 1,000 vehicles per day, which he said could ramp up losses in the "high hundreds of millions" of euros. Tesla's European factory in Grünheide, its first in Europe, produces the Model Y crossover for most European left-hand drive markets, including Germany. Impact on Tesla With the factory's ventilation system offline, all 12,500 employees had to be sent home, and repairs by the local grid operator could take several days. "We currently do not expect to resume production this week," Thierig told the press. Also read | Apple faces 24 pc dip in China iPhone sales amid Huawei's 64 pc surge The attackers, described by Musk as the "dumbest eco-terrorists on Earth," have managed to evade arrest despite their sporadic attacks on electronic cables controlling telecommunications, trains, and manufacturing plants in remote locations once every year or two. These are either the dumbest eco-terrorists on Earth or they’re puppets of those who don’t have good environmental goals. Stopping production of electric vehicles, rather than fossil fuel vehicles, ist extrem dumm. — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) March 5, 2024 × The Federal Association for the Protection of Critical Infrastructures (BSKI) vice chairperson Hans-Walter Borries suggested using drones to monitor critical infrastructure, stating that more needs to be done to protect these vulnerable targets. "We need to protect these objects just like we might with a military installation," he told regional broadcaster Radio Berlin-Brandenburg on Tuesday. This incident adds to a series of challenges faced by Tesla's European factory, including recent local opposition to its expansion and allegations of water pollution. As per Fortune, this incident could have a "silver lining". Despite these setbacks, the production stoppage could help reduce unsold inventory in Europe without requiring additional price incentives. (With inputs from agencies)

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address a significant rally in Srinagar on March 7, marking his first visit since the abrogation of Article 370 from Jammu and Kashmir in 2019.

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