STRAIT OF GIBRALTAR (April 12, 2023) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) transits the Strait of Gibraltar, April 12, 2023. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. 6th Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Samuel Wagner)