190611-N-N1604-1108 BALTIC SEA (June 11, 2019) The Spanish Alvaro de Bazan-class frigate Cristobal Colon (F 105) conducts a naval gun fire support exercise during exercise Baltic Operations (BALTOPS) 2019. BALTOPS is the premier annual maritime-focused exercise in the Baltic Region, marking the 47th year of one of the largest exercises in Northern Europe enhancing flexibility and interoperability among allied and partner nations. (U.S. Navy photo courtesy of the Spanish navy by BLT. Joaquin Garat Loureiro/Released)