More than 7,000 troops from nine countries and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) are participating in the exercise, which began on June 8 and is scheduled to end on June 18.
US soldiers take part in a joint exercise called African Lion in Grier Labouihi, Morocco. (Photo: AFP/VNA) U.S.-led forces are conducting the operation joint exercise with Morocco, entitled “ African lion .” According to the Africa Command (AFRICOM) under the US Department of Defense, more than 7,000 troops come from 9 countries and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (North Atlantic Treaty Organization). NATO ) is participating in the exercise that started on June 8 and is expected to end on June 18. In a notice posted on the website, AFRICOM confirmed that this is the largest exercise of this force. The exercise aims to enhance combat readiness for the US and partner countries. The exercise was conducted mainly across Morocco, from Kenitra Air Base in the north to the Tan Tan and Guerir Labouhi training grounds in the south. The exercise includes many contents, including training on land, in the air and at sea; tactical simulation; training in commanding and combating violent extremist organizations; defense in cyberspace. In recent days, the soldiers have participated in many activities, including patrolling off the Canary Islands of Spain and the air force conducting training exercises. Africa Lion 2021 is one of the large-scale exercises co-organized and directed by AFRICOM and the Royal Moroccan Armed Forces aimed at enhancing cooperation and training, interoperability and promoting cooperation. promote the exchange of experience and knowledge between different military units to achieve the best combat ability.
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