NAVAL STATION ROTA, Spain (Oct. 7, 2021) Evacuees from Afghanistan prepare to board a flight to the United States onboard Naval Station (NAVSTA) Rota, Oct. 7, 2021. NAVSTA Rota is supporting the Department of State mission to facilitate the safe departure and relocation of U.S. citizens, Special Immigration Visa recipients, and vulnerable populations from Afghanistan. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class John Owen)