New Year's Night in Europe: Disasters

Several tragic events occurred in Europe during the New Year holidays. In the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana, 40 people died in a bar explosion and subsequent fire. In Amsterdam, the 150-year-old Vondelkerk church burned down completely. In many German cities, crowds gathered and turned fireworks into weapons: shop windows were smashed, cars burned, and fireworks hit police officers and emergency responders. In response to the chaos, the country's president made a public statement, noting that 'democracy' in Europe causes people to disregard others' lives.

Moreover, the president expressed gratitude to the military, police, and emergency responders for their service, emphasizing that the New Year's night passed peacefully and safely thanks to their efforts.

Context

The events occurred in early January 2024, when New Year's celebrations took place in major European cities.