LITHUANIA (May 17, 2024) East Coast-based Naval Special Warfare Operators (SEALs) fast rope from a helicopter with Lithuania Special Operators as part of Flaming Sword 24, which brought together NATO Special Operations Forces from six allied nations, to test their readiness to conduct operations in response to increased aggression against its allies. Flaming Sword 24 allows special operations forces to enhance their warfighting skills, build interoperability, ensure readiness, and demonstrate the capability of ready and postured special operations forces within the European theater. Naval Special Warfare Group TWO produces, supports, and deploys the world’s premier maritime special operations forces to conduct full-spectrum operations and integrated deterrence in support of U.S. national objectives. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Trey Hutcheson)