Archive · 2 Jan 2026
New Year Violence in Europe
New Year's Eve in Europe turned chaotic with lots of violence and fires.
In Germany, two teenagers died from homemade explosives, and over 400 people were arrested.
In the Netherlands, a historic church caught fire, and people were hurt by fireworks.
France saw over 1,000 cars burned, and riots happened in Paris.
Belgium and Italy also had problems with people attacking police and starting fires.
Police tried to control the situation, but it was still very messy and dangerous.
Violence and arson occurred in multiple European cities during New Year celebrations.
Germany reported 400 arrests and two teenage deaths from homemade explosives.
A historic church in Amsterdam caught fire, and firework attacks injured many, including police.
France saw over 1,173 cars burned and riots in Paris linked to a sports victory.
Belgium and Italy also experienced violence, with attacks on police and intentional fires.
- Who
- Migrant gangs, protestors, and civilians across Europe
- What
- Violence, arson, riots, and firework attacks during New Year celebrations
- When
- New Year's Eve and New Year's Day, 2026
- Where
- France, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, and Italy
- Why
- Various reasons including celebrations, protests, and unrest
- Countries Involved
- France, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, Italy
- Major Cities Affected
- Paris, Berlin, Amsterdam, Brussels, Antwerp, Turin
- Incidents Reported
- Arson, violence, riots, firework attacks, car burnings
- Casualties
- Two teenagers died in Germany, two killed by fireworks in Netherlands
- Arrests Made
- 400 in Germany, 505 in France, 104 in Antwerp
- Injuries to Police
- 24 in Germany, several in Netherlands, some in France
- Firework Bans
- Imposed in parts of Berlin and France
- Notable Events
- Historic church fire in Amsterdam, riots in Paris