160522-N-WB378-004 ARABIAN GULF (May 22, 2016) USS Tempest (PC 2), launches it’s rigid-hull inflatable boat for a passenger transfer May 22, 2016, during a Commander, Task Force (CTF) 55 led bi-lateral exercise with Kuwait armed forces in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations. U.S. 5th Fleet continues to expand its relationship with Kuwait through key leader engagements, professional exchanges and by conducting exercises in the Arabian Gulf. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Blake Midnight/Released)