Germany Faces Calls for Action on Illegal Fireworks After Deadly New Year’s Eve
Five deaths and widespread injuries linked to illegal 'Kugelbomben' prompt debates over stricter controls and potential bans.
- Five people died and dozens were injured across Germany during New Year’s Eve celebrations, with illegal 'Kugelbomben' fireworks identified as a major cause.
- Hospitals in Berlin reported severe injuries, including eye damage, hearing loss, and life-threatening wounds, with children among the victims.
- Authorities are investigating the source of the illegal fireworks, with some reportedly smuggled from neighboring countries despite existing bans.
- Berlin officials and police unions are divided over solutions, with proposals ranging from stricter border controls to a nationwide ban on private fireworks sales.
- Explosions caused significant property damage, including 36 uninhabitable apartments in Berlin, and police recorded over 670 criminal cases during the celebrations.


































































































































































































