USS Michael Murphy conducts live-fire exercise in U.S. 7th Fleet

U.S. Navy Retail Specialist Seaman Aiden Cruz prepares to fire an M18 SIG during a live-fire exercise aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Michael Murphy (DDG 112) Jan. 9, 2026. Michael Murphy is underway conducting routine operations in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. Units assigned to U.S. 7th Fleet conduct regular Indo-Pacific patrols to deter aggression, strengthen alliances and partnerships, and advance peace through strength. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jonteil Johnson)