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, according to a statement from U.S. Africa Command.
U.S., Moroccan and other assets from African Lion immediately initiated coordinated search and rescue operations, including ground, air, and maritime assets.
The incident remains under investigation and the search is on-going.
"Our focus is on the service members involved and their families."
Authorities released no additional details.