180609-N-TJ319-0139 BALTIC SEA (June 9, 2018) The Turkish navy Gabya-class frigate TCS Gediz (F-495), right, and the Danish navy Iver Huitfeldt-class frigate HDMS Niels Joel (F363) transit alongside the Harpers Ferry-class dock landing ship USS Oak Hill (LSD 51) during a photo exercise for exercise Baltic Operations (BALTOPS) 2018. BALTOPS is the premier annual maritime-focused exercise in the Baltic Region and one of the largest exercises in Northern Europe that is designed to enhance the flexibility and interoperability among allied and partner nations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jessica L. Dowell/Released)