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Poland Mourns Fallen Soldier with Nationwide Sirens

Sgt. Mateusz Sitek Killed in Knife Attack at Belarus Border

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11 June 2024
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Poland will honor the memory of Sgt. Mateusz Sitek, who died protecting the nation’s border with Belarus, by sounding sirens across the country. The tribute, scheduled for Wednesday, aims to recognize the sacrifice of the 21-year-old soldier who was fatally wounded in a knife attack on May 28.

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The police announced the tribute on social media, urging the public to honor Sgt. Sitek. “Let us jointly pay tribute to the late Sgt. Mateusz Sitek, who died protecting our country’s border. On Wednesday, at noon, sirens will sound nationwide as a mark of respect,” the statement read. The funeral will take place in Nowy Lubiel, with the family requesting privacy during this difficult time.

Incident at the Border

Sgt. Sitek was attacked while defending a section of the border near Dubicze Cerkiewne. An assailant, part of a group attempting to breach the steel barrier, stabbed him in the chest through the fence. Despite immediate medical attention and subsequent transfer to a hospital in Warsaw, Sitek succumbed to his injuries on June 6.

Following the attack, Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced plans to create an additional buffer zone along the Belarusian border to enhance security. Sgt. Sitek was posthumously promoted and awarded the “Golden Medal for Meritorious Service to National Defense.”

The tragic incident underscores the ongoing tensions at the Polish-Belarusian border, which has seen increased security measures due to frequent attempts to cross illegally. The Polish government has been vigilant in its efforts to fortify the border, reflecting broader concerns about regional stability and security. Sgt. Sitek’s death highlights the personal risks faced by those serving to protect national borders.

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