Search and Rescue

CNN and BBC reported on September 13 that an Indonesian passenger ship carrying more than 240 people lost contact in the Java Sea, prompting a large-scale search-and-rescue operation. BBC cited reports that the vessel had 243 people aboard, with some media outlets reporting at least one fatality and more than 100 people rescued. The cause of the incident is still under investigation, with recent sea conditions and weather in the area listed as the initial lines of inquiry.

A US soldier participating in the African Lion joint exercise fell overboard in Morocco while another soldier jumped in to attempt a rescue as search operations continue

Two US soldiers went missing after a military training exercise in Morocco, with search and rescue operations underway as authorities believe they were involved in an accident

US Africa Command confirmed two service members went missing near Cap Draa Training Area in Morocco during the continent’s largest annual joint military exercise.