U.S. and Dutch sailors participated in floating mine response drills during Exercise Baltic Operations (BALTOPS) in the Baltic Sea on June 13, 2024. BALTOPS 24, a NATO maritime-focused exercise, aims to enhance combined response capabilities essential for maintaining freedom of navigation and security in the Baltic Sea. This exercise highlights the collaborative efforts of NATO allies to ensure regional stability and operational readiness.–Photo By: Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Jackson Adkins