1 missing U.S. soldier in Morocco was trying to save another, officials say
Summary
Two U.S. Army soldiers went missing in the Atlantic Ocean off Morocco's southern coast. One soldier fell into the water and was unable to swim, and another soldier jumped in to try to save him but also got into trouble. Search and rescue efforts are ongoing.Key Facts
- The two missing soldiers were part of an annual training exercise called African Lion.
- The incident happened near ocean cliffs close to the Cap Draa Training Area in Morocco.
- Soldiers nearby tried to rescue the first soldier by forming a human chain with their belts but it did not work.
- The second soldier who tried to save the first was immediately hit by a wave and also got into danger.
- A third soldier jumped in but could not save the other two and returned to shore safely.
- Search operations have involved aircraft, drones, divers, and boats along Morocco’s southern coastline.
- African Lion is a large military exercise led by AFRICOM that includes troops from the U.S., African countries, and NATO allies.
- Over 7,000 service members from more than 30 countries are at the base for the exercise.
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