Israeli forces join African Lion drill in Morocco amid Gaza conflict

Massive U.S.-Led Military Drill Unfolds Across Africa, Testing Global Security Alliances

The 21st African Lion exercise launched May 12 in Morocco, marking the largest U.S.-led military drill on the continent. Over 10,000 troops from 40+ nations-including NATO members, African states, and Israel-gathered for joint operations spanning Morocco, Tunisia, Ghana, and Senegal through May 23. Hosted by Morocco’s Royal Armed Forces and U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM), the […]

Israeli forces join African Lion drill in Morocco amid Gaza conflict

In a rare public display of cooperation, Israeli troops participate in Africa's largest military exercise alongside Arab states, as Morocco showcases diplomatic ties with Israel despite regional tensions.

Dog Company Strengthens Regional Ties

MAY 13, 2025 — After nearly a month of dynamic multinational training, Soldiers assigned to Dog Company, 1st Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, 173rd Airborne Brigade, concluded their participation in African Lion 2025 (AL25) — U.S. Africa Command’s premier annual combined joint exercise. Deployed to Centre d’Entraînement Tactique 2 (CET2), Dog Company executed a high-tempo training plan which tested its capabilities, reinforced foundational sk…

The multinational African Lion 2025 military exercise, officially launched from the city of Agadir, marks a new milestone in international military cooperation on the African continent. Co-organized by the Royal Armed Forces (FAR) of Morocco and the United States Army, this event represents not only a major technical and logistical deployment, but also a symbol of Rabat’s commitment to regional security and global strategic collaboration. Held u…

The Armed Forces of Saudi Arabia (FAR) and the U.S. Armed Forces co-organize the 21st edition of African Lion until May 23.This Monday, at the South Zone headquarters in Agadir, Morocco, an inaugural ceremony was held that announced the official launch of this joint multinational exercise, in the presence of representatives of participating countries.

Morocco, USA’s 21st African Lion Kicks Off in Agadir

The 21st “African Lion Exercise,” co-held by Morocco’s Royal Armed Forces (FAR) and the US Armed Forces, kicked off Monday and will run until May 23, Morocco’s Press Agency (MAP) reported. The joint exercise will include training in various operational domains, Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) decontamination operations, and joint maneuvers, as well as parallel humanitarian and social initiatives. The exercise is scheduled …