RED SEA (June 18, 2021) The Egyptian naval force guided-missile frigate ENS Taba (F 916), front, operates in formation with the amphibious dock landing ship USS Carter Hall (LSD 50) and the amphibious transport dock ship USS San Antonio (LPD 17), not pictured, during a passing exercise in the Red Sea, June 18, 2021. San Antonio is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to ensure maritime stability and security in the Central Region, connecting the Mediterranean Sea and Pacific Ocean through the western Indian Ocean and three strategic choke points. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Jacob M. Turrigiano)