GULF OF OMAN (July 25, 2023) Information Systems Technician 2nd Class Steven Sandate stands watch as the communications watch officer aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS McFaul (DDG 74) during routine operations in the Gulf of Oman, July 25, 2023. McFaul 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. photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Juel Foster)