The search for two American soldiers who went missing during a military training exercise off the coast of Morocco continues as of May 5, 2026. The soldiers, assigned to the U.S. Army's 1st Armored Division, were reported missing on May 1 after they failed to return from a waterborne operation near the port of Agadir.
U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) confirmed that the soldiers were part of a joint training exercise with Moroccan forces. The missing personnel were conducting a routine operation when contact was lost. Search efforts involve U.S. Navy ships, aircraft, and Moroccan naval assets, covering an area of approximately 1,000 square nautical miles.
Officials have not released the names of the missing soldiers pending notification of next of kin. The cause of the incident remains under investigation, but there is no indication of hostile activity. The families have been notified and are receiving support.
