( May 3, 2026 / JNS ) Two U.S. service members participating in “African Lion 2026" were reported missing near the Cap Draa Training Area, near the city of Tan Tan, Morocco, on May 2.

“U.S., Moroccan and other assets from ‘African Lion’ immediately initiated coordinated search and rescue operations, including ground, air, and maritime assets,” U.S. Africa Command said.

The incident remains under investigation and the search is on-going.