170919-N-TB177-0092 MANAMA, Bahrain (Sept. 19, 2017) Vice Adm. Kevin Donegan salutes side boys during a change of command ceremony for U.S. Naval Forces Central Command (NAVCENT)/U.S. 5th Fleet/Combined Maritime Forces. U.S. Naval Forces Central Command conducts maritime operations to deter and counter regional threats, defeat violent extremism and strengthen partner nations’ maritime capabilities in order to preserve the free flow of commerce and promote a secure maritime environment in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kevin J. Steinberg/Released)