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Body of missing US soldier recovered off coast of Morocco

Body of missing US soldier recovered off coast of Morocco

Summary

The body of a US soldier who went missing during a training exercise in Morocco has been found. The soldier was part of a large military exercise involving the US, NATO allies, and African countries, and search continues for another missing soldier.

Key Facts

  • The soldier’s name was 1st Lt Kendrick Lamont Key Jr.
  • He went missing near a cliff during a training exercise on May 2.
  • His body was recovered by Moroccan searchers on May 25 in water near the location he disappeared.
  • Another US soldier is still missing, and search efforts are ongoing.
  • The soldiers were taking part in African Lion, the largest joint training exercise by US Africa Command.
  • African Lion involves about 5,000 military personnel from over 40 countries.
  • Most of the exercise happens in Morocco.
  • The exercise includes US forces, NATO allies, and African partner nations.
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