U.S. 7TH FLEET (Nov. 14, 2023) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Rafael Peralta (DDG 115) conducts a gunnery exercise with the Republic of Korea (ROK) Navy during Maritime Counter Special Operations Exercise (MCSOFEX), Nov. 14, 2023. Rafael Peralta is forward-deployed and assigned to Commander, Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy's largest DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleet's principal surface force. Rafael Peralta is participating with the ROK Navy in MCSOFEX to strengthen interoperability and training. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Alexandria Esteban)