Overview

• Atallah Younes, a 23-year-old influencer from the West Bank, is on trial in Berlin for firing a firework rocket into a Neukölln apartment on New Year's Eve 2024.
• The prosecution alleges Younes acted out of self-interest to gain media attention, prioritizing online fame over safety and property concerns.
• The incident, which caused property damage but no injuries, was recorded and shared on Instagram, garnering over six million views before being deleted.
• Younes has refused to comment on the charges during the trial, which is scheduled to include four court dates, with a verdict expected by April 16.
• The apartment resident, initially believing the act was intentional, later accepted Younes' apology and stated it was likely an accident.