40th Anniversary of Protocol Signing

Jan 21, 2026

MFO Plenary Meeting - January 19, 2026

The MFO welcomed delegations from Egypt, Israel, and the United States and representatives from our Supporting States to the Annual Plenary meeting in Rome on Monday, January 19, 2026.

Jan 12, 2026

Condolence Message

We are deeply saddened by the loss of two colleagues from our wider MFO community, Ahmad Abdel Wahab and Ahmad Hamed, who tragically passed away in a vehicle accident on January 8, 2026.

Jan 7, 2026

In Memoriam: Former MFO Force Commanders Tellefsen (Norway) and Meating (Canada)

The MFO was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Major General Tryggve Tellefsen of Norway, on 27 December 2025, and of Major General Robert Meating of Canada, on 01 January 2026.

Dec 18, 2025

Seasons Greetings 2025

Season’s greetings from the MFO family. Sending our best wishes to you and yours for a wonderful 2026!

Nov 21, 2025

2025 Force Skills Competition

On Tuesday, 4 November 2025, one of the year’s most anticipated events took center stage at South Camp: the Annual Force Skills Competition. Designed to highlight the operational readiness and teamwork of the MFO, the event brought together teams from across the mission for a spirited day of friendly rivalry and skillful performance.

Nov 13, 2025

MFO Honors Service and Sacrifice

On November 11, 2025, members of the MFO gathered across South Camp and North Camp to commemorate Remembrance Day, Veterans Day, and the fifth anniversary of the 400 Romeo helicopter tragedy. United in purpose, personnel paused to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their nations and in the pursuit of peace.

Sep 30, 2025

Latest Visits to the MFO

Visits are a crucial element in understanding the MFO, our mission, and our role in promoting regional peace and stability. These visits foster productive dialogue with our Egyptian and Israeli colleagues, representatives of MFO Troop-Contributing and Donor States, and friends. Importantly, visits also allow diplomatic staff and senior representatives the opportunity to visit their soldiers, sailors and aviators that contribute to the MFO mission.

Sep 10, 2025

Honoring Heritage and Unity Across the MFO

August 2025 was a vibrant month for the MFO, filled with celebrations that reflected the rich cultural tapestry and shared values of our mission. From historic anniversaries to environmental action and athletic camaraderie, the month showcased the strength of our community and the pride of our contingents.

Sep 5, 2025

MFO Spotlight: Our Chief of Administration in Rome

The MFO speaks with Ms. Neeya Jacob, the Chief of Administration at the MFO Headquarters in Rome, regarding her journey with the organization.

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News & Media 40th Anniversary of Protocol Signing

Jul 29, 2021

40th Anniversary of Protocol Signing

August 3, 2021, marks the 40th anniversary of the creation of the MFO with the signing of the Protocol to the Treaty of Peace between Egypt and Israel. The Protocol established the overall structure, authorities, and responsibilities of the MFO, enabling us to begin our mission. The accompanying photos show the first raising of the MFO flag in Sinai in April 1982.

Since our beginning, we have unwaveringly carried out our mission under the Treaty of Peace and its Protocol. To this end, we have monitored security compliance with the Treaty, enabled the development of relations between the Treaty Parties, and seized every opportunity to deepen and broaden peace.

The peace between Egypt and Israel is a fundamental step toward regional stability and has provided the basis of subsequent and ongoing reconciliations between Israel and its neighbors, and the MFO is proud to have contributed to that historic process.

The success of our mission stems directly from the support and assistance of our Supporting States, and we thank them for their generous commitments of forces and funds. Vital to our success are the many men and women, military and civilian, who have served as part of the MFO. They have all sacrificed to serve the cause of peace, and some have given their lives. We thank them all for their commitment and dedication.

While the MFO’s mission has not changed, how we carry out our duties has evolved with time, in tune with our operating environment and capabilities. Most importantly, we remain as committed, constructive, and relevant to the momentous and essential peace between Egypt and Israel as we were at our beginning.

The MFO thanks MAJ G.A. Redding, who served with the MFO in the Sinai when it first commenced operations in 1982, for kindly sharing his journal and photographs, some of which we have included here.

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