The 31st Hungarian KFOR contingent started its service in Kosovo

Text: KFOR | Photo: KFOR | 21:05 October 5, 2024

The 31st rotation of the Hungarian Defence Forces' contingent deployed with the NATO-led Kosovo Force (KFOR) has begun its six-month deployment. Major General Özkan Ulutaş, KFOR’s Commander, presided over the change of command ceremony, held on 28 September, at Camp Novo Selo. Béla Bozsik, Hungary's Ambassador to Kosovo and other officials were also in attendance.

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Lieutenant Colonel Dávid Szent-Imrey, Commander of the 30th rotation, handed over his command to Lieutenant Colonel Tibor Dancs. Major General Özkan Ulutaş thanked Lieutenant Colonel Szent-Imrey for his excellent leadership and services and welcomed Lieutenant Colonel Tibor Dancs, wishing him a successful tenure.

Hungarian peacekeepers have been serving in the Western Balkans since 1995 and in KFOR since 1999. Currently, Hungary’s contribution to KFOR consists of two manoeuvre companies, reconnaissance units and other personnel assigned to command, logistical and support functions.