A search and rescue operation was launched when two U.S. service members went missing in Morocco on Saturday during military exercises.
United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) said officials are investigating and still looking for the individuals, the Associated Press (AP) reported Sunday.
A U.S. Marine Corps joint terminal attack controller awaits the arrival of a Royal Moroccan Armed Forces Aérospatiale SA 330 Puma helicopter during African Lion 26 JTAC training at Cap Draa, Tan-Tan, Morocco, April 23, 2026. (U.S. Navy/Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Samuel Wagner)
In a press release, AFRICOM said the pair of service members were participating in African Lion 2026 and were reported missing near the Cap Draa Training Area that is located near a city named Tan Tan.
“U.S., Moroccan and other assets from African Lion immediately initiated coordinated search and rescue operations, including ground, air, and maritime assets,” officials stated. “Our focus is on the
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