The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ross (DDG 71) arrived in Larnaca, Cyprus, April 10, for a scheduled port visit to enhance U.S.- Cyprus relations as the two nations work together for a stable, secure, and prosperous Europe.

The ship's presence in the Mediterranean is a demonstration of the U.S. Navy's continued commitment to strengthening our strategic partnerships in the European region.

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"Our wardroom and crew look forward to this port visit after an intense first week. It is a great opportunity to relax and experience the rich history of Cyprus before we continue on patrol."
USS Ross Command Master Chief
Richard L. James

Quick Facts:

Strengthening partnerships during the port visit to Cyprus demonstrates enduring relationships and a shared commitment we have to promote safety and stability within the region, while seeking opportunities to enhance our interoperability with partners like Cyprus.

Previous U.S. ships that have visited Cyprus in the past year include USS Ramage in July 2016 and USS Truxtun in Feb. 2017.

Ross is currently working with allies and regional partners to help develop and improve our maritime forces, maintain regional security and work toward mutual goals in order to advance security and stability in Europe.

Ross, forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, is conducting naval operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe.

U.S. 6th Fleet, headquartered in Naples, Italy, conducts the full spectrum of joint and naval operations, often in concert with allied, joint, and interagency partners, in order to advance U.S. national interests and security and stability in Europe and Africa.

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