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Adm. Steve Koehler, commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet, right, is greeted by Rear Adm. Eric Anduze, commander, Carrier Strike Group 5 and commander, Task Force 70, center, and Capt. Nicholas DeLeo, commanding officer, USS George Washington (CVN 73), during his arrival to Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) while the ship is moored on Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka, Japan, April 13, 2026. The visit to Japan underscored the United States’ commitment to peace and stability in the region, committed to enhancing resiliency and interoperability between U.S. and Japanese forces, and other regional allies and partners. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Christopher Sypert)