 SecDef ordered the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush to move from the North Arabian Sea into the Arabian Gulf. The order will provide additional flexibility should military options be required to protect American lives, citizens and interests in Iraq. Bush will be accompanied by the guided missile cruiser USS Philippine Sea and the guided missile destroyer USS Truxton. U.S. Naval presence in the Arabian Gulf provides support to the nation's long-standing commitments to the security and stability of the region. SecNav Ray-Mabus visited Romania to reinforce the relationship between the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps team and their NATO ally. Both government and military officials discussed the importance of the U.S. and European military cooperation. SecNav emphasized the partnership's importance in today's global security environment. Read more about these stories at navy.mil. From all hands, thanks for watching.