Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Šiauliai Supports Relocation of Soviet Burial Site

8/7/2025

24 2

Summary

Story summary

In Šiauliai, Lithuania, a significant shift is underway as plans to move a Soviet military burial site from the city center to a municipal cemetery gain momentum. Architect Vytenis Rudokas unveiled a redesign that has garnered unanimous support. With 82% of the public backing the relocation, this project symbolizes a community grappling with its past amid rising tensions over Soviet symbols following the Ukraine invasion.

1 of 1

Story summary

In Šiauliai, Lithuania, a significant shift is underway as plans to move a Soviet military burial site from the city center to a municipal cemetery gain momentum. Architect Vytenis Rudokas unveiled a redesign that has garnered unanimous support. With 82% of the public backing the relocation, this project symbolizes a community grappling with its past amid rising tensions over Soviet symbols following the Ukraine invasion.