150605-N-IY633-120 GDYNIA, Poland (June 5, 2015) – Deputy Chief of Staff, Operations, Naval Striking and Support Forces NATO, Rear Adm. Juan Garat, left; speaks with Commander, Standing NATO Maritime Group 2 (SNMG2), Rear Adm. Brad Williamson; aboard SNMG2 Turkish ship TCG Göksu (F 497) during SNMG2’s port visit to the city in preparation for exercise Baltic Operations (BALTOPS). BALTOPS is an annually reoccurring multinational exercise designed to enhance flexibility and interoperability, as well as demonstrate resolve of Allied and partner forces to defend the Baltic region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Amanda S. Kitchner/Released)