< img src = "/uploads/blogs/59/55/IB-FR8CUAP5L_4A499ea2.jpg" Alt = "The technical characteristics of the USSUS Gravely class Arleigh Burke are disclosed/> 62 < P > US Destimist USS Gravely, equipped with guided missiles, went to patrol to the Southern border of the United States to strengthen marine security and fight transnational threats. The defensive mission is part of the joint efforts of the US northern command to strengthen the country's territorial integrity and prevent drug cartels, terrorist groups and smuggling.
< p > The task of the ship & mdash; Increase the cooperation of the US Navy, Coast Guard and Other Power Offices, including the Department of Internal Security (DHS) and the Customs Border Service (CBP). They work together on intercepting illegal migrants, fighting drug smuggling, weapons and preventing terrorist threats.< p >USS Gravely belongs to the class of ARLEIGH Burke destroyers and has an AEGIS in service, which allows you to detect and destroy air, excess and underwater targets. The vertical launcher of the ship provides the use of missiles SM-2, SM-3, SM-6, Seasparrow and Winged Tomahawk. Also, the ship is equipped with powerful hydroacoustic systems, torpedes and melee complex (CIWS), and its capabilities are complemented by MH-60R Seahawk helicopters. < p > to perform law enforcement tasks on board Gravely also involved a unit of coast protection US & mdash; Ledet that specializes in maritime detentions, fighting piracy, counteraction to illegal migration, terrorism and coastal protection.
< p > Basic calls in the region & mdash; Large -scale drug smuggling, including fentanyl, heroin and cocaine, which deliver high -speed boats, submarines and hidden cargoes on ships. An additional threat is trafficking in human beings, illegal migration and illegal transportation of weapons and explosives. Separately indicated to the environment from uncontrolled maritime operations, illegal fishing and pollution.
< P > The presence of Gravely in this region demonstrates the determination of the US to defend its borders and guarantee the country's security. Joint actions of military and civilian agencies create a reliable shield against the growing challenges that the southern border faces.