LTAn interview with Lithuanian Holocaust historian Saulius Sužiedėlis discusses the role of Lithuanians during the Holocaust, particularly their involvement in the extermination of Jews after Nazi Germany's invasion in 1941. Sužiedėlis notes that many Lithuanians participated in the killings, which led to lasting feelings of resentment among Jewish survivors. He visited Šeduva, where a new museum dedicated to Jewish history has opened, and addressed debates about when the Holocaust officially began in Lithuania. While some argue it started earlier, Sužiedėlis believes the systematic extermination began in early August 1941, though he acknowledges differing perspectives within the Jewish community.
Tendenz-Einschätzung (Links): The article presents historical analysis that emphasizes collective responsibility and systemic issues, using language that highlights injustice and victimization. It frames the actions of Lithuanians during the Holocaust as part of a broader pattern of persecution, suggesting a critical perspective
