Recent visits to the MFO

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 Recent visits to the MFO

Mar 14, 2024

Recent visits to the MFO

Visits are a crucial element to understanding the MFO, our mission, and our role in promoting regional peace and stability. These visits result in productive dialogue with our Egyptian and Israeli colleagues, representatives of MFO Troop-Contributing and Donor States, and friends.

Recently, the MFO family had the privilege and pleasure of hosting the following guests in Sinai among many others:

Major General Henry Dixon: From January 6-8, 2024, the Deputy Commanding General of the United States Army Command (ARCENT), Major General Henry Dixon, visited our South Camp and met with members of the U.S. Contingent.
Group Captain Ian Goold and Group Captain Amanda Cornell: In early January 2024, the Australian Defence Attachés to the Arab Republic of Egypt and Israel, Group Captain Ian Goold and Group Captain Amanda Cornell, visited South Camp. During their visit, they attended the Australian Contingent’s medals and awards parade, change of command, and appointment ceremony.
Her Excellency Herro Mustafa Garg: From January 14-18, 2024, the U.S. Ambassador to the Arab Republic of Egypt, Her Excellency Herro Mustafa Garg, visited South and North Camps as part of a familiarization visit to the MFO.
Major General Darcy Molstad: In mid-January 2024, the Deputy Commander of the Canadian Joint Operations Command (CJOC), Major General Darcy Molstad, accompanied by the Command Chief Warrant Officer of CJOC, Chief Warrant Officer Robert Sullivan, and the Canadian Defence Attaché to the Arab Republic of Egypt, Colonel Kevin Bertoia, visited South Camp. The group met with contingent members and attended the Canadian Contingent’s medals and awards parade.
Vice Admiral Aurelio De Carolis and Rear Admiral Stefano Costantino: From January 19 to 22, 2024, the Commander in Chief of the Italian Navy Fleet, Vice Admiral Aurelio De Carolis, and the Commander of the Third Naval Division of the Italian Navy, Rear Admiral Stefano Costantino, visited South Camp to meet with the Marina Militare personnel who form the MFO’s Coastal Patrol Unit.
Military Officers from Egypt’s Nasser Military Academy for Postgraduate Studies: On February 6, 2024, 84 Military Officers from 16 different countries, currently attending the Nasser Military Academy for Postgraduate Studies, accompanied by Academy staff, visited South Camp for a familiarization trip.
Major General Ronald Burkett: From February 15 to 17, 2024, the Commanding General of the 36th Infantry Division of the United States Army, Major General Ronald Burkett, accompanied by Command Sergeant Major (CSM) of the 36th Infantry Division, CSM Jose Escobedo, visited South Camp to meet with U.S. contingent members.
Command Sergeant Major (CSM) Jacinto Garza: From February 18 to 20, 2024, CSM Garza of ARCENT, visited the MFO’s South Camp to reaffirm the U.S. commitment to the MFO mission.
Her Excellency Adriana Rosario Lissidini Dotti: On February 26, 2024, the Ambassador of Uruguay to the Arab Republic of Egypt, Her Excellency Adriana Rosario Lissidini Dotti, visited South Camp where she attended the Uruguayan Contingent’s medals and awards parade and met with soldiers.
His Excellency Miroslav Šestović: On February 27, 2024, the Ambassador of Serbia to the Arab Republic of Egypt, His Excellency Miroslav Šestović, accompanied by the Serbian Defence Attaché, Lieutenant Colonel Zdravko Perić, visited South Camp to attend the Serbian Contingent’s medals and awards parade.

The MFO remains grateful to all our Supporting States and welcomes visits from their representatives.

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