The combined Moroccan-American military exercise African Lion 2026, held under the High Instructions of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, Supreme Commander and Chief of General Staff of the Royal Armed Forces, has seen record attendance at its field hospital in Al Fayd. The humanitarian initiative, part of the exercise's parallel activities, provided free medical consultations and treatments to local populations.
According to official sources, the field hospital treated thousands of patients during the exercise, which began in late April 2026. Services included general medicine, pediatrics, ophthalmology, and dentistry, staffed by Moroccan and American military medical personnel.
The African Lion exercise, which runs from April 20 to May 15, 2026, involves over 6,000 participants from Morocco, the United States, and several allied nations. It focuses on interoperability, counterterrorism, and humanitarian assistance.
Local authorities reported that the high turnout reflects the trust and appreciation of the local population for the medical services provided. The exercise also included other humanitarian activities such as veterinary care and infrastructure repairs.
