NAVAL AIR STATION SIGONELLA, Italy (Dec. 8, 2021) Rear Adm. Christopher Gray, Commander, Navy Region Europe, Africa, Central, addresses region leadership during an EURAFCENT Executive Steering Committee symposium held at Naval Air Station Sigonella, Dec. 8, 2021. Sigonella’s strategic location enables U.S., allied, and partner nation forces to deploy and respond as required, ensuring security and stability in Europe, Africa and Central Command. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Kegan E. Kay)