German protesters claim Tesla is 'stealing our water'

Demonstrators hold anti-Tesla posters during a protest against plans by U.S. electric vehicle pioneer Tesla to build its first European factory and design center in Gruenheide near Berlin. (REUTERS)

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RIHAM ALKOUSAA

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January 18, 2020 07:28 PM

BERLIN -- Around 250 Germans on Saturday protested on the outskirts of Berlin where U.S. electric automaker Tesla is planning to build a gigafactory, saying its construction will endanger water supply and wildlife in the area.

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