241118-N-JA925-1002 TUNIS, Tunisia (Nov. 15, 2024) – Capt. Harish Patel, Phoenix Express 2024 exercise director, speaks about Phoenix Express 2024 during the closing ceremony for the exercise in Tunis, Tunisia, Nov. 15, 2024. Phoenix Express 24 is one of three regional Express series exercises sponsored by U.S. Africa Command and executed by Commander, U.S. 6th Fleet as part of a comprehensive strategy to provide collaborative opportunities amongst African forces and international partners in order to address maritime security concerns. (U.S. Navy video by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Chance Hanson)