New Year celebrations turned tragic in several parts of the world.

In Sweden, a 15-year-old girl was injured by a firework that exploded inside a car, while a 55-year-old man suffered severe arm injuries from a firework in Kristianopel.

In Malmö, two teenagers were seriously injured in a shooting on New Year’s Eve, prompting a police investigation into attempted murder.

Meanwhile, in Rimini, Italy, police shot dead a knife-wielding man who attacked four people during celebrations.

In Ukraine, Russian attacks on Kyiv destroyed infrastructure and injured at least one person, as Ukraine intercepted several drones and missiles.

These incidents highlight the dangers and violence that marred the start of 2024.