U.S. Coast Guard Lt. Cmdr. Jason Lassiter, the Operations Officer aboard USCGC Bear (WMEC 901), mans his position on the bridge as the Bear navigates through straights outside of Halifax, Nova Scotia, Aug. 2, 2022. The Bear is participating in the Tuugaalik phase of Operation Nanook, an annual exercise that allows the United States and multiple other partner nations to ensure security and enhance interoperability in Arctic waters. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Matthew Abban)