ADRIATIC SEA (July 18, 2023) Sailors from the Italian navy Carlo Bergamini-class frigate ITS Carabiniere (F 593) approach the Ticonderoga-class guided missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60) in a rigid-hull inflatable boat (RHIB), as they prepare to embark for a tour, July 18, 2023. Normandy is part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group and is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied, and partner interests. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Malachi Lakey)