The Eiffel Tower in Paris closed on Monday because workers went on strike. Staff stopped working to protest how female employees were treated during a group visit over the weekend.
went on strike= 労働条件や待遇への抗議として一時的に仕事を放棄した
On Saturday, a religious group visited the landmark. During the visit, female workers were asked to leave their work areas so male staff could replace them. Worker representatives said the female employees felt humiliated by the request.
felt humiliated by= 他人の対応によって強い羞恥心や屈辱感を感じた
The company that operates the Eiffel Tower apologized to the workers. A company leader said asking women to move was wrong and went against their commitment to gender equality.
went against= 原則や方針、信念に違反・反していた
The religious group also apologized for any pain caused by the visit. City leaders in Paris said they are starting an investigation into the incident.
starting an investigation into= 出来事の事実関係を調べるための正式な調査を開始している