GULF OF ADEN (August 13, 2022) Lt. Charles Palmiotto, left, and Lt. j.g. William Mcavoy stand watch aboard the Arleigh Burke-class Guided-missile destroyer USS Nitze (DDG 94). Nitze is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Cryton Vandiesal)