170724-N-QA919-0093 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (July 24, 2017) Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician 2nd Class Nate Karls, assigned to Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) 8, defuses a simulated limpet mine in the Mediterranean Sea during exercise Noble Melinda 2017. The Israel Defense Force-hosted explosive ordnance disposal and mine countermeasures exercise is designed to increase the interoperability of participating nations, enhance maritime proficiencies, and promote maritime safety and security in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Tyler Thompson/Released)