Erika Švenčionienė is on trial for her remarks concerning the Medininkai massacre, an event during the Soviet era where seven Lithuanian officials were killed. In January, prosecutor Šarūnas Šimonis recommended imposing a one-and-a-half-year restriction of freedom on her, including electronic monitoring and curfews in specific locations. Additionally, they suggested that she should remove controversial posts from her social media and pay a fine into a victims' fund.

The case arose after a post on Švenčionienė's Facebook regarding the 1991 attack, which drew considerable public attention and scrutiny. Prosecutors emphasized the necessity of accountability for comments that deny or distort historical crimes, especially those related to the tragic events of the Medininkai border post where armed forces attacked innocent officials. This trial reflects the ongoing tension in Lithuania regarding its historical memory and the legacy of Soviet actions.

The Medininkai massacre is a sensitive subject in Lithuania, symbolizing the pain of the Soviet occupation, and Švenčionienė’s remarks have stirred controversy among the public. The outcome of this case will serve as a precedent for how similar cases of historical denial are treated in Lithuania, influencing public dialogue around national history and memory.