Neon Defender U.S. and Bahraini naval forces conduct underwater mine search training during Neon Defender in the Persian Gulf, April 7, 2021. The bilateral maritime exercise allows troops to develop skills to address threats to regional security, freedom of navigation and the free flow of commerce. SHARE IMAGE: Download Image: Full Size (1.13 MB) Tags: navy, Neon Defender Photo By: Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Zachary Pearson VIRIN: 210407-N-DS741-1108M.JPG Photo Gallery