Worker Terrorism

How is "US Firm Averts French Explosion" different than terrorism?

A US construction equipment firm has agreed to pay extra compensation to French workers who had threatened to explode gas canisters at their plant.

This is the third time that they have threatened violence.

also

Elsewhere, French workers have taken managers hostage in "boss-nappings".

so, if I want a raise, I kidnap my boss?

really?

come on Frenchies, you can get your act together...