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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. 

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.

 

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News & Media MFO Remembrance Events 2022

Nov 14, 2022

MFO Remembrance Events 2022

MFO Sinai members participated in a series of solemn commemoration events at South and North Camp, and in Egypt and Israel, to honor and remember the Fallen who gave their lives in service for their countries and in support of peace.

On 22 October, an MFO delegation, including the Force Commander and our Director General's Representative in Cairo, joined Australian, British, Canadian, Egyptian, French, German, Greek, Italian, and Polish Military representatives among others, to commemorate the 80th Anniversary of the Second Battle of El Alamein. Standing together to pay respect to the Fallen with representatives from countries who used to face each other in war made attendees realize and appreciate the value of peace. On this somber occasion, Australia and New Zealand contingent members were honored with Catafalque Guard duties at the German memorial and Commonwealth El Alamein cemetery.

 

On 31 October, another MFO delegation, including the Director General's Representative in Israel, participated in a ceremony at Be’er-Sheva, Israel, for the 105th commemoration of the second-to-last cavalry charge in history, staged by the Australian Light Horse regiment. This charge marked a turning point in the region during World War I. The last charge was undertaken by the New Zealand Mounted Rifles two weeks later. A particular highlight of the ceremony was the ANZAC Catafalque Party comprising Australian and New Zealand contingent members at the Be’er-Sheva War Cemetery.

 

On Friday 11 November, MFO Sinai gathered to remember and honor both the Fallen and Veterans of battle on Remembrance (Armistice) Day. At the eleventh hour, MFO members paid respect to those who made the ultimate sacrifice in military conflicts during and since World War I, as well as those who lost their lives in the service of peace with the MFO.

 

On Saturday 12 November, the MFO commemorated the second anniversary of the helicopter crash that claimed the lives of seven MFO members in 2020. Their tragic loss is still deeply felt within the MFO and at home.


Among those honored on these days were Veterans and those who sacrificed greatly to protect and defend freedom and their homes. Many returned from these conflicts wounded in body and soul; too many never recovered from it.

 

On both 11 and 12 November, MFO members observed a minute of silence. We shall never forget the bravery and courage of those who went before us.