ARABIAN GULF (April 7, 2021) A U.S. Navy explosive ordnance disposal technician assigned to Commander, Task Force 52 enters the water to join members of the Royal Bahrain Naval Force in conducting underwater mine search training during exercise Neon Defender 21 in the Arabian Gulf, April 7, 2021. Neon Defender 21 is a bilateral maritime exercise between the U.S. and Bahrain, designed to enhance interoperability and readiness, fortify military-to-military relationships and advance operational capabilities, allowing participating naval forces to effectively develop the necessary skills to address threats to regional security, freedom of navigation and the free flow of commerce. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Zachary Pearson)