ALGIERS, Algeria (Oct. 18, 2020) Rear Adm. Michael W. Baze, director of maritime headquarters, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. 6th Fleet, is greeted by Maj. Gen. Mohamed Larbi Haouli, far right, commander, Algerian Naval Forces, during military staff talks held in Algiers, Algeria, Oct. 18, 2020. Staff talks provide an opportunity to review progress and plan new efforts that strengthen the U.S. - Algeria partnership. U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. 6th Fleet headquartered in Naples, Italy, conducts the full spectrum of joint and naval operations, often in concert with allied and interagency partners, in order to advance U.S. national interests and security and stability in Europe and Africa. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Debra Thomas)