U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge arrives in Pyeongtaek, South Korea

PYEONGTAEK, South Korea (Sept. 18, 2025) – Capt. Louis Catalina, commanding officer of U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) receives flowers as a welcome gift during a routine port visit to Pyeongtaek, South Korea, Sept. 18, 2025. The Blue Ridge and embarked U.S. 7th Fleet staff conduct regular Indo-Pacific patrols to deter aggression, strengthen alliances and partnerships, and advance future warfighting capabilities. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Damian Cook) (This photo has been altered for security purposes by blurring out identification badges.)