U.S. Naval Special Warfare operators and members of the Royal Malaysian Police Maritime Force check for targets while performing combined patrol to a direct-action raid during a full mission profile bilateral training exercise in Penang, Malaysia, August 9, 2023. Naval Special Warfare is the nation's elite maritime special operations force, uniquely positioned to extend the Fleet's reach and gain and maintain access for the Joint Force in competition and conflict. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Daniel Gaither)