On Friday 13 September, Brigadier General László Szabó, EUFOR’s Chief of Staff attended a parade put on by the departing Hungarian contingent at Camp Butmir.

Addressing the troops outside their national building, he said,

”Not only as Chief of Staff, but also as the most senior Hungarian on the mission, I want to thank you all for the 6 months service you have given to EUFOR. I wish you a safe trip home and an enjoyable rest before your duties recommence”.

Major Gabor Gyuran the Commander of the departing soldiers was singled out for special thanks as his leadership had ensured a successful mission and the smooth transfer of duties to the replacement Hungarian troops