141108-N-IY633-039 AKSAZ, Turkey (Nov. 8, 2014) Standing NATO Maritime Group 2 (SNMG 2) ships are moored at Aksaz Naval Base, Turkey. SNMG-2 is preparing to participate in Mavi Balina, the largest anti-submarine warfare exercise in the Mediterranean. Mavi Balina is a bi-annual training exercise to improve interoperability between nations while conducting advanced warfare and testing experimental tactics. ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Amanda S. Kitchner/Released) NATO Maritime Group Turkey

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