In Memoriam: Ashraf Mobariz 1962 to 2020

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 In Memoriam: Ashraf Mobariz 1962 to 2020

Nov 5, 2020

In Memoriam: Ashraf Mobariz 1962 to 2020

We are deeply saddened by the loss of our beloved colleague, Mr. Ashraf Mobariz, who died on November 5, 2020, due to complications from COVID-19. For over 32 years Ashraf’s remarkable creativity, courage, determination, and charm strengthened the peace between Egypt and Israel. As a peacemaker and colleague, he was exceptional. We will miss him greatly.

Ashraf joined the MFO in 1988 as a Language and Cultural Instructor at our Force Headquarters in North Sinai. In 1990 he was promoted to Egyptian Advisor to Force Commander LTG Van Ginkel of the Netherlands. In 1993 he transferred to our Cairo Office as a Liaison Officer, later becoming Senior Liaison and Security Officer. In that capacity, Ashraf was our lead coordinator in Cairo with the Egyptian Liaison Office on a range of MFO activities, including aviation, troop rotations, official visitors, logistics, and cross border cooperation with Israel.  He was essential in facilitating the success of the MFO and resolving the inevitable issues that arise in the day-to-day accomplishment of our mission.  He ably advised and assisted five successive Director General’s Representatives in Cairo and was a key resource for colleagues in our Cairo and Tel Aviv offices, camps in Sinai, and Rome Headquarters, helping others to understand all aspects of any challenge and how to overcome them.  The high esteem in which he was held by both Egyptian and Israeli liaison counterparts, as well as MFO colleagues, contributed enormously to gaining the trust, flexibility, and compromise needed to successfully carry out our mission in the face of many challenges, including the current COVID pandemic. 

Prior to joining the MFO, Ashraf earned degrees in Social and Psycho Linguistics and in History and Architecture. He then served with Egypt’s Liaison Agency with International Organizations at all three of its field offices: Rafah, Taba, and Sharm el Sheikh. His time at Taba coincided with the Egyptian and Israeli arbitration over the border markers there.

Ashraf’s positive attitude, engaging personality, and perseverance and resourcefulness when faced with challenges were to his credit and a great benefit to his MFO colleagues. The whole MFO family shares its condolences with his wife and children. 

To honor Ashraf’s long and constructive service, he is being posthumously awarded the Director General’s Medal for his many contributions to peace between Egypt and Israel.

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