Prime Minister: the Tragedy of the Holocaust Will Always Be Too Painful to Become Distant

On 27 January, International Holocaust Remembrance Day, commemorating the liberation of the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp 80 years ago, the victims of the Nazi genocide during World War II are honoured in Lithuania and around the world.

"The tragedy of the Holocaust claimed six million lives, ending, in the most brutal way, the lives of people who, like every one of us, had countless plans and dreams. Along with the victims, an immense part of Europe’s and Lithuania’s identity, built over centuries, was torn away. With this loss, we were deprived of an entire cultural world and living memory. Today, we are rediscovering the pages of Lithuania’s history, enriched by the achievements and contributions of Lithuanian Jews to the country’s statehood, culture, science, and economy. The most horrible genocide in human history also severed a thread to a different, more diverse and potentially stronger future for the state – we lost many bright minds and talents, loyal citizens, and neighbours who enriched our communities."

"No matter how many years pass, the tragedy of the Holocaust will always be too too great and too painful to ever feel distant. As we say 'Never again,' we have a duty to remain vigilant and prevent any form of hatred based on nationality, ethnicity, race, or religion from taking root. This is our debt to the millions of victims in Europe and Lithuania," said Prime Minister Gintautas Paluckas.

Last updated: 27-01-2025

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