Governor Gordon Joins Members of the Wyoming National Guard in Tunisia for International Security Exercise

Governor Mark Gordon (R-WY) recently joined members of the Wyoming National Guard in Tunisia, where he participated in activities surrounding Exercise African Lion 2026, the largest annual joint military exercise led by the U.S. Africa Command. Held in Tunis, Tunisia, the exercise brought together military forces from the United States, Tunisia, and more than 40 partner nations to strengthen regional security cooperation and enhance readiness in an increasingly complex global environment.

Governor Gordon said the more than two decade partnership between Wyoming and Tunisia stands as an example of the solidarity of nations which value freedom. Gordon added that he was also able to encourage the partnership between governments and academic institutions dealing with global issues such as agricultural strength, natural resource management, energy, and cybersecurity and computer technology.

African Lion 2026 marks Tunisia’s tenth consecutive year as a host nation and represents the first phase of a broader multinational effort that will continue in Ghana, Morocco, and Senegal. The exercise includes more than 5,600 personnel and highlights a Total Force approach, integrating active-duty military with National Guard, Reserve, Air Force, and Marine Corps units.