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A cry in the desert: In a moment of firsts, decades of partnership made the difference

A cry in the desert: In a moment of firsts, decades of partnership made the difference A cry in the desert: In a moment of firsts, decades of partnership made the difference
9:05 PM5/3/2026
U.S. service members and the Moroccan Royal Armed Forces are redefining what partnership looks like through shared expertise, innovation and expanding access to impactful care, under a network of expeditionary medical tents in central Morocco, April 20- May 8, 2026.
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Search and Rescue Ongoing at African Lion 2026

Search and Rescue Ongoing at African Lion 2026 Search and Rescue Ongoing at African Lion 2026
11:07 AM5/3/2026
Two U.S. service members participating in African Lion 2026 were reported missing near the Cap Draa Training Area, near the city of Tan Tan, Morocco, May 2, 2026.
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U.S. Forces Conduct Strike Targeting al-Shabaab

U.S. Forces Conduct Strike Targeting al-Shabaab U.S. Forces Conduct Strike Targeting al-Shabaab
6:21 PM5/1/2026
In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) conducted an airstrike targeting al-Shabaab on Apr. 30, 2026.
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US Soldiers test autonomous systems during African Lion 26 in Morocco

US Soldiers test autonomous systems during African Lion 26 in Morocco US Soldiers test autonomous systems during African Lion 26 in Morocco
9:06 PM4/30/2026
U.S. Soldiers assigned to the 1st Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, 173rd Mobile Brigade Combat Team (Airborne), conducted autonomous tactical vehicle training during African Lion 26 at Cap Draa, Tan-Tan, Morocco, April 30, 2026.
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ELDP cohort 38 visits AFRICOM

ELDP cohort 38 visits AFRICOM ELDP cohort 38 visits AFRICOM
11:26 AM4/30/2026
Cohort 38 employees taking part in a 10-month Executive Leadership Development Program (ELDP) gained a front-line perspective of the warfighter during a visit to U.S. Africa Command in Stuttgart, Germany April 30, 2026. (photo by David Kimery, AFRICOM protocol office)
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Gen. Dagvin R.M. Anderson, Commander of U.S. Africa Command Visits Algeria to Strengthen Strategic Cooperation on Regional Security

Gen. Dagvin R.M. Anderson, Commander of U.S. Africa Command Visits Algeria to Strengthen Strategic Cooperation on Regional Security Gen. Dagvin R.M. Anderson, Commander of U.S. Africa Command Visits Algeria to Strengthen Strategic Cooperation on Regional Security
6:25 AM4/30/2026
General Dagvin R.M. Anderson, Commander of U.S. Africa Command, has arrived in Algiers for an official visit to Algeria on Apr. 27, 2026. Gen. Anderson's first stop was at Maqam Echahid, where he laid a wreath to honor the country’s history and national memory. (Courtesy Photo by U.S. Embassy Algiers)
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Gen. Dagvin R.M. Anderson, Commander of U.S. Africa Command Visits Algeria to Strengthen Strategic Cooperation on Regional Security

Gen. Dagvin R.M. Anderson, Commander of U.S. Africa Command Visits Algeria to Strengthen Strategic Cooperation on Regional Security Gen. Dagvin R.M. Anderson, Commander of U.S. Africa Command Visits Algeria to Strengthen Strategic Cooperation on Regional Security
6:25 AM4/30/2026
General Dagvin R.M. Anderson, Commander of U.S. Africa Command, has arrived in Algiers for an official visit to Algeria on Apr. 27, 2026. Gen. Anderson's first stop was at Maqam Echahid, where he laid a wreath to honor the country’s history and national memory. (Courtesy Photo by U.S. Embassy Algiers)
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Gen. Dagvin R.M. Anderson, Commander of U.S. Africa Command Visits Algeria to Strengthen Strategic Cooperation on Regional Security

Gen. Dagvin R.M. Anderson, Commander of U.S. Africa Command Visits Algeria to Strengthen Strategic Cooperation on Regional Security Gen. Dagvin R.M. Anderson, Commander of U.S. Africa Command Visits Algeria to Strengthen Strategic Cooperation on Regional Security
6:25 AM4/30/2026
General Dagvin R.M. Anderson, Commander of U.S. Africa Command, met with Chief of Staff General Saïd Chanegriha to discuss enhancing security cooperation and ongoing coordination in Algiers, Algeria, on Apr. 28, 2026. Their conversation focused on addressing regional challenges and promoting stability, reflecting a mutual commitment to peace and security in the region. (Courtesy Photo by U.S. Embassy Algiers)
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Flintlock 2026 Concludes, Advancing African-Led Command and Multidomain Integration Across 30+ Nations

Flintlock 2026 Concludes, Advancing African-Led Command and Multidomain Integration Across 30+ Nations Flintlock 2026 Concludes, Advancing African-Led Command and Multidomain Integration Across 30+ Nations
10:00 PM4/29/2026
Exercise Flintlock 2026 concluded this week, bringing together 1,500 service members from more than 30 partner nations for comprehensive military training.
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AFRICOM hosts leaders as part of ELDP training

AFRICOM hosts leaders as part of ELDP training AFRICOM hosts leaders as part of ELDP training
10:00 PM4/29/2026
A cohort of 64 military and civilian employees taking part in a 10-month Executive Leadership Development Program (ELDP) from across the defense enterprise gained a front-line perspective of the warfighter during a visit to U.S. Africa Command in Stuttgart, Germany, April 30, 2026.
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Digital medical tool enhances patient care during African Lion 26 in Morocco

Digital medical tool enhances patient care during African Lion 26 in Morocco Digital medical tool enhances patient care during African Lion 26 in Morocco
9:04 PM4/29/2026
U.S. military medical personnel are leveraging a digital application to improve patient care and documentation during African Lion 26 at Cap Draa, Tan-Tan, Morocco, April 29, 2026.
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Obangame Express 2026 CQB and TCCC Training

Obangame Express 2026 CQB and TCCC Training Obangame Express 2026 CQB and TCCC Training
5:58 AM4/29/2026
Exercise Obangame Express (OE) 2026 participants practice close quarters battle techniques at La Base Militaire de Bel Air, Senegal, April 21, 2026. OE26 is one of three regional maritime exercises led by U.S. Sixth Fleet as part of a comprehensive strategy to provide collaborative opportunities to African forces and international partners to address maritime security concerns. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Mitchell Johnson)
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Obangame Express 2026 CQB and VBSS Training

Obangame Express 2026 CQB and VBSS Training Obangame Express 2026 CQB and VBSS Training
5:58 AM4/29/2026
Exercise Obangame Express (OE) 2026 participants practice ship boarding techniques during visit, board, search and seizure training at La Base Militaire de Bel Air, Senegal, April 20, 2026. OE26 is one of three regional maritime exercises led by U.S. Sixth Fleet as part of a comprehensive strategy to provide collaborative opportunities to African forces and international partners to address maritime security concerns. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Mitchell Johnson)
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Obangame Express 2026 CQB and TCCC Training

Obangame Express 2026 CQB and TCCC Training Obangame Express 2026 CQB and TCCC Training
5:58 AM4/29/2026
Exercise Obangame Express (OE) 2026 participants practice tactical combat casualty care techniques at La Base Militaire de Bel Air, Senegal, April 21, 2026. OE26 is one of three regional maritime exercises led by U.S. Sixth Fleet as part of a comprehensive strategy to provide collaborative opportunities to African forces and international partners to address maritime security concerns. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Mitchell Johnson)
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Gen. Dagvin R.M. Anderson, Commander of U.S. Africa Command Visits Algeria to Strengthen Strategic Cooperation on Regional Security

Gen. Dagvin R.M. Anderson, Commander of U.S. Africa Command Visits Algeria to Strengthen Strategic Cooperation on Regional Security Gen. Dagvin R.M. Anderson, Commander of U.S. Africa Command Visits Algeria to Strengthen Strategic Cooperation on Regional Security
10:00 PM4/28/2026
Gen. Dagvin R.M. Anderson, Commander of United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) undertook an official visit to Algeria, Apr 27-28, 2026, aimed at reinforcing bilateral cooperation and advancing shared efforts toward regional stability and peace.
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US, Royal Moroccan Armed Forces launch African Lion 26 in Morocco

US, Royal Moroccan Armed Forces launch African Lion 26 in Morocco US, Royal Moroccan Armed Forces launch African Lion 26 in Morocco
5:32 AM4/28/2026
U.S. Africa Command's largest annual joint exercise, African Lion 26, officially begins today. The exercise is hosted across four nations including Ghana, Morocco, Senegal and Tunisia.
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Eyes on the Horizon: Flintlock Integrates Drone Course to Meet Evolving Threats

Eyes on the Horizon: Flintlock Integrates Drone Course to Meet Evolving Threats Eyes on the Horizon: Flintlock Integrates Drone Course to Meet Evolving Threats
10:00 PM4/27/2026
During Exercise Flintlock 26 in Jacqueville, international and African forces took part in a new drone training course aimed at preparing for modern security threats.
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U.S. Forces Conduct Strikes Targeting ISIS-Somalia

U.S. Forces Conduct Strikes Targeting ISIS-Somalia U.S. Forces Conduct Strikes Targeting ISIS-Somalia
7:17 PM4/27/2026
In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) conducted airstrikes targeting ISIS-Somalia on April 25 and 26, 2026.
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17 Nations Complete Visit, Board, Search and Seizure Training in Senegal

17 Nations Complete Visit, Board, Search and Seizure Training in Senegal 17 Nations Complete Visit, Board, Search and Seizure Training in Senegal
11:00 PM4/26/2026
Naval forces from 17 nations executed Visit, Board, Search, and Seizure (VBSS) operations in Senegal as part of Exercise Obangame Express 2026, a multinational effort aimed at strengthening maritime security in West African waters.
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From Pier to Platform: Seabees Enable Autonomous Operations During OE26

From Pier to Platform: Seabees Enable Autonomous Operations During OE26 From Pier to Platform: Seabees Enable Autonomous Operations During OE26
10:00 PM4/26/2026
U.S. Navy Seabees assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 1 and 22nd Naval Construction Regiment (NCR) are enabling the next generation of maritime operations during Exercise Obangame Express (OE) 2026, constructing expeditionary infrastructure designed to support autonomous systems in the Gulf of Guinea.
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