Rear Adm. Michael E. Platt, commander of the U.S. Coast Guard Northeast District, speaks with senior African military officials, including representatives from the Nigerian Air Force and the Kenya Defence Forces, aboard the USS Arlington (LPD-24) during International Naval Review 250 in Manhattan, July 2, 2026. The event brought together allied military leaders and government officials to strengthen international maritime partnerships and cooperation in support of Sail 250. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Ashly Murphy)