USS Theodore Roosevelt operating in the Arabian Sea

Photo By Jacob G Kaucher | 150413-N-LN833-166 GULF OF OMAN (April 13, 2015) The aircraft carriers USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) and USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) transits the Gulf of Oman during a vertical replenishment. Carl Vinson is deployed in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility supporting Operation Inherent Resolve, strike operations in Iraq and Syria as directed, maritime security operations, and theater security cooperation efforts in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jacob G. Kaucher/Released)  

MANAMA, BAHRAIN

04.20.2015

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U.S. Naval Forces Central Command / U.S. 5th Fleet           

USS Theodore Roosevelt operating in the Arabian Sea

MANAMA, Bahrain - The aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71), escorted by the guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60), transited the Strait of Hormuz from its station in the Arabian Gulf to the Arabian Sea, April 19.

Theodore Roosevelt and Normandy have joined other U.S. forces conducting maritime security operations in the Arabian Sea, Gulf of Aden, the Strait of Bab-el-Mandeb and the Southern Red Sea.

In recent days, the U.S. Navy has increased its presence in this area as a result of the current instability in Yemen.

The purpose of these operations is to ensure the vital shipping lanes in the region remain open and safe. The United States remains committed to its regional partners and to maintaining security in the maritime environment.

• Date Taken: 04.20.2015
• Date Posted: 04.20.2015 15:49
• Story ID: 160576
• Location: MANAMA, BH