200331-N-PI330-0011 GULF OF OMAN (March 31, 2020) Cryptologic Technician (Technical) 2nd Class John Thomas mans a console in the combat information center aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Vella Gulf (CG 72), March 31, 2020. Vella Gulf is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to ensure maritime stability and security in the Central Region, connecting the Mediterranean and Pacific through the Western Indian Ocean and the three strategic choke points. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Andrew Waters/Released)