US Ambassador to Morocco Duke Buchan III thanked Moroccan authorities for their assistance in searching for missing American soldiers during the African Lion 2026 military exercises. The exercises, which began on May 10, 2026, involve thousands of troops from multiple nations.
In a statement released on May 12, 2026, Buchan said, 'We are deeply grateful for the swift and professional response from our Moroccan partners in the search efforts.' The search is ongoing, and no further details have been disclosed about the soldiers' status.
African Lion is an annual joint military exercise led by US Africa Command and the Royal Moroccan Armed Forces, focusing on interoperability and regional security. This year's edition includes training in counterterrorism and humanitarian assistance.
