Search underway for 2 American troops missing in Morocco
A search-and-rescue operation is underway after two American service members went missing during a joint military exercise in Morocco. The U.S. Africa Command is leading the coordinated search with ground, air, and maritime assets from the U.S., Morocco, and other participating countries.
Two American service members are missing after participating in the African Lion 2026 exercise in Morocco. The U.S. Africa Command reported the incident near the Cap Draa Training Area, near Tan Tan, Morocco. African Lion is the largest annual multinational exercise led by AFRICOM, aimed at improving coordination between American forces, NATO allies, and African partner countries. The exercise takes place across Morocco, Ghana, Senegal, and Tunisia. A coordinated search is underway, involving ground, air, and maritime assets from the U.S., Morocco, and other participants. The incident is under investigation, with additional information to be released when available.
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