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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. 

Aug 27, 2025

Welcoming New Faces, Bidding Farewell


August was a month of change and new beginnings. MFO Sinai welcomed fresh faces while bidding farewell to those who completed their service. These transitions, though routine, reflect the resilience and continuity that keep our mission strong.

Aug 21, 2025

Improving Readiness Through Training

Training within the MFO is designed to build quick responses, refine procedures, and foster team cohesion. This focus was on display during a recent joint exercise between the Aviation Company (AVCO) and Medical Company (MEDCO).

Jul 31, 2025

July in Full Swing: A Month of Milestones, Transitions, and Team Spirit at the MFO

 

The MFO is no stranger to a fast-paced tempo, and July was a perfect example. 

Apr 10, 2025

Supporting States Visits - April 7 and 9, 2025

The MFO Director General, Ms. Elizabeth Dibble, the Force Commander, Major General Michael Garraway (Australia), and a variety of MFO personnel, both military and civilian, were pleased to welcome Ambassadors, Defense Attachés, and key Embassy staff from Egypt and Israel-based Embassies to the MFO’s South Camp.

Mar 8, 2025

Celebrating Women in the MFO: Honoring their Work and Contributions

On International Women’s Day, the MFO celebrates the contributions of women across our organization. Whether in Rome, Cairo, Tel Aviv, or Sinai, our female peacekeepers are essential to our mission. They positively impact how we operate, innovate, and perform.

 

Mar 7, 2025

Supplemental Japanese Funding in FY2025

The MFO is pleased to announce the Government of Japan’s decision to once again contribute supplemental project funding to ensure the safety of our personnel and the effectiveness of our mission.

 

Feb 13, 2025

MFO Plenary Meeting - February 10, 2025

 

The MFO had the great honor of hosting its Annual Plenary meeting in Rome with representatives from MFO Supporting States, including delegations from Egypt, Israel, and the United States.

 

Dec 30, 2024

In Memoriam: Former President Jimmy Carter

It is with great sadness that the MFO notes the passing of former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, an indefatigable force for peace and a global humanitarian. There are few who have so solidly concentrated their own individual efforts on making this world a better place for all.

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News & Media MFO Change of Command

Dec 3, 2019

MFO Change of Command

Major General Evan Williams of New Zealand assumed command of the Multinational Force and Observers in Sinai from Major General Simon Stuart of Australia on 1 December 2019.

 

The ceremony was presided over by the MFO’s Director General, Ambassador R. Stephen Beecroft, with dignitaries in attendance from Egypt and Israel, the Parties to the Treaty of Peace, as well as from MFO Supporting States, including representatives from New Zealand and Australia.


During the Change of Command Ceremony, Ambassador Beecroft thanked Major General Stuart for his service to the MFO since March 2017 and presented him with the MFO’s Distinguished Service for Peace Award, the MFO’s highest honor. It was awarded to Major General Stuart for his achievements in reorganizing the MFO’s structure and processes in Sinai, strengthening its crucial relationships with the Treaty Parties, and increasing consultation with regional UN organizations. He was also praised for superior leadership in driving change, encouraging engagement, ensuring safety of operations, and inspiring support.


Ambassador Beecroft also warmly welcomed General Williams and his wife, Kristin, to the MFO and expressed great confidence in General Williams’ leadership as the MFO’s thirteenth Force Commander.


In addition to New Zealand and Australia, previous MFO Force Commanders have come from Canada, Italy, the Netherlands, and Norway.