Protests Escalate at Tesla's Berlin Gigafactory Amid Expansion Controversy

Hundreds of activists clashed with police at Tesla's only European manufacturing site, protesting environmental and local impacts.

Activists attempted to storm the Berlin Gigafactory, with police making multiple arrests and preventing factory entry.
Protesters oppose the expansion due to environmental concerns, including deforestation and local water use.
Elon Musk criticized the focus on Tesla, suggesting ulterior motives behind the protests.
Local and national police were mobilized to secure the factory and nearby infrastructure.
The factory faced disruptions, including a temporary shutdown, due to the ongoing protests.