In the Mediterranean, they showed strength again, this time in pairs. The aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), the most advanced ship of the US Navy, entered the area of responsibility of the Sixth Fleet, and immediately began working in tandem with the allies. His first partner in the exercise was the Italian frigate ITS Spartaco Schergat (F598), a modern FREMM—class ship known for its versatility and powerful electronics.
The company is not accidental: the United States and Italy have been working closely together in this region for a long time, and the Mediterranean Sea is a hotter place than it seems. There are migration crises, tensions with Russia, drone activity, and control of sea lanes. So joint operations are not just a flag display, but a real test of willingness to work together if necessary.
The American destroyers USS Winston S. Churchill (DDG 81) and USS Bainbridge (DDG 96), ships with the Aegis fire control system capable of repelling missile and air attacks, also joined the Ford. Together with the Italian frigate, they practiced data exchange, patrolling, airspace control, and interaction tactics — all of which are important when a threat appears at sea.
The Spartaco Schergat frigate is not just a guest: It is one of the most modern ships of the Italian navy, capable of fighting submarines, missiles and airplanes. His participation shows that Italy is not just a NATO ally, but a full—fledged player in ensuring the security of the region.
Such exercises are like training before a fight: everyone learns to speak the same language, coordinate actions and trust each other. Because in a real conflict, seconds decide everything, and a good tandem is already half the success.
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