SUEZ CANAL (Dec. 28, 2023) The Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) transits the Suez Canal, Dec. 28, 2023. Components of the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit are 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 video by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Riley Gasdia)