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AFN Rota InFocus: Operation Devil Squid

  • AFN Rota
  • Sept. 29, 2025 | 1:00

NAVAL STATION ROTA, Spain (Sept. 30, 2025) U.S. Navy Sailors assigned to Maritime Expeditionary Security Squadron (MSRON) 2 and 11, participate in close quarters combat training during Operation Devil Squid, onboard Naval Station Rota, Spain, September 30th, 2025. MSRON 2 and MSRON 11 are forward deployed to Navy Expeditionary Combat Force Europe-Africa/Task Force 68, conducting maritime security operations across all phases of military operations by defending high value assets, critical maritime infrastructure, both inland and on coastal waterways, against enemies and when commanded conduct offensive combat operations. (U.S. Navy video by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Juan J. Ruiz-Lazcano)

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