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A large group of ships steams in five columns in front of rain clouds and a rainbow on the ocean.

Ahead of the Storm

Multinational ships participating in Exercise Unitas 25 steam in formation off the U.S. East Coast, Sept. 21, 2025. The exercise trains forces in joint maritime operations that enhance tactical proficiency and increase interoperability with the presence of unmanned air, surface and submarine systems.

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