European Union Force in Bosnia and Herzegovina

COM EUFOR meets with BiH Ministers

Details: Category: Press Statements; Created: Monday, 22 June 2020 13:00; Written by Lt Cdr Nick Robinson

COM EUFOR Major General Reinhard Trischak met with the BiH Minister of Defence Dr Sifet Podžić and Deputy Minister of Security Mr Nedeljko Jović, today in Sarajevo. The routine calls were an opportunity for COM EUFOR to discuss planning arrangements prior to the start of Exercise Quick Response 2020 (QR2020) in August this year and to talk over engagement and cooperation with AFBiH on wider themes.

EUFOR’s Operation Commander gives positive decision on Exercise Quick Response 2020

Details: Category: Press Statements; Created: Thursday, 18 June 2020 10:00; Written by Lt Cdr Nick Robinson

Lieutenant General Olivier Rittimann, the EUFOR Operation Commander, has given the green light for exercise Quick Response 2020. The decision has been made after visiting EUFOR at Butmir witnessing first-hand the preparations and safety measures generated to make the exercise as safe and effective as possible.

EUFOR’s Operation Commander gains vital insight ahead of decision on Exercise Quick Response 20

Details: Category: Press Statements; Created: Thursday, 11 June 2020 14:00; Written by Lt Cdr Carl Perry

On 10-11 June 2020, Lieutenant General Olivier Rittimann, the EU Operation Commander for Operation EUFOR Althea, visited Camp Butmir to gain first-hand situational awareness of the current situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina, which will be vital in informing the decision of whether to proceed with Exercise Quick Response 20. This visit comes ahead of the Final Coordination Conference next week.

EUFOR commends former Minister of Security for “close and friendly cooperation”

Details: Category: Press Statements; Created: Tuesday, 02 June 2020 18:00; Written by Lt Cdr Carl Perry

On 2 June 2020, COMEUFOR, Major General Reinhard Trischak, wrote to thank the former BiH Minister of Security, Fahrudin Radončić, for his “close and friendly cooperation” during his period of service.

Exercise Quick Response 20 planning a success, in spite of COVID-19

Details: Category: Press Statements; Created: Friday, 29 May 2020 18:00; Written by Lt Cdr Carl Perry

On 29 May 20, EUFOR reached an important milestone with the conclusion of the Main Planning Conference for this year’s annual Exercise Quick Response 20.

EUFOR reinforces partnership with AFBiH

Details: Category: Press Statements; Created: Wednesday, 27 May 2020 18:00; Written by Lt Cdr Carl Perry

Speaking recently of EUFOR’s relationship with the Armed Forces of Bosnia and Herzegovina (AFBiH), its members and capabilities, Commander EUFOR, Major General Reinhard Trischak said: “I have met no more dedicated and professional soldiers and Officers than those within the AFBiH. ” EUFOR sees the AFBiH as a partner, enjoying a high level of mutual cooperation and support.

EUFOR COVID-19 update for 29 April 2020

Details: Category: Press Statements; Created: Wednesday, 29 April 2020 20:00; Written by Lt Cdr Carl Perry

Last week, EUFOR conducted its largest series of tests to date, covering in excess of 500 people. Final results of the latest series were double checked and have shown that only one EUFOR member in theatre has tested positive. He is currently being treated with mild symptoms University Clinical Centre Sarajevo. Personnel who have been in close contact with the individual have been identified and are now in quarantine, until they receive clearance from medical personnel.

Ceremony at Camp Butmir for the Transfer of Authority of the EUFOR Chief of Staff

Details: Category: Press Statements; Created: Friday, 15 May 2020 11:00; Written by Lt Cdr Carl Perry

On 15 May 2020, in a Transfer of Authority ceremony held at Camp Butmir, Sarajevo, Brigadier General László Szabó relinquished his position of EUFOR Chief of Staff (COS) to his successor, Brigadier General Ernő Baráth, following the completion of a 13-month tour of duty.

EUFOR Extends Preventive Test Series to Deployed Elements

Details: Category: Press Statements; Created: Wednesday, 22 April 2020 17:00; Written by Lt Cdr Carl Perry

0n 22-23 April 2020, EUFOR extends its preventative testing series for COVID-19 to include deployed elements around BiH. These tests are purely a preventive measure, to survey the health of EUFOR’s deployed elements and exclude any risk to local communities. There have been no indications that any deployed personnel have displayed symptoms at any time.

Italian Military Medical Specialists Arrive in Sarajevo

Details: Category: Press Statements; Created: Wednesday, 06 May 2020 17:00; Written by Lt Cdr Carl Perry

On 6 May 2020, two Italian military doctors arrived at Sarajevo International Airport by C-130 aircraft. They were met by the Italian Ambassador to BiH, H.E. Nicola Minasi, the BiH Minister of Civil Affairs, Ms. Ankica Gudeljević, and the Senior National Representative for the Italian contingent in EUFOR, Lieutenant Colonel Mauro Nazzi.

EUFOR COVID-19 update for 20 April 2020

Details: Category: Press Statements; Created: Monday, 20 April 2020 10:00; Written by Lt Cdr Carl Perry

Medical repatriations of all remaining cases of EUFOR personnel infected with COVID-19 to their home countries took place over the weekend. It is now possible to report that there are currently no (0) confirmed cases of COVID-19 at Camp Butmir.