MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Jan. 2, 2022) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ross (DDG 71), left, and Italian navy Carlo Bergamini-class frigate Carlo Margottini (F-592) operate together in the Mediterranean Sea, Jan. 2, 2022. Ross is operating in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to maintain maritime security, and defend U.S., allied and partner interests in Europe and Africa. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Theoplis Stewart II)