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The amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima passes the Mubarak Peace Bridge, as the ship transits through the Suez Canal, July 4, 2006. The Iwo Jima is deployed in support of the global war on terrorism and maritime security operations in the region.

Suez Canal

The amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima passes the Mubarak Peace Bridge, as the ship transits through the Suez Canal, July 4, 2006. The Iwo Jima is deployed in support of the global war on terrorism and maritime security operations in the region.

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