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The United States Sixth Fleet, under the command of Commander, U.S. Sixth Fleet (COMSIXTHFLT or Sixth Fleet COM), has served as a principal naval force in the Mediterranean Sea since its establishment in 1950. The fleet played a crucial role during the Cold War, maintaining a forward naval presence to deter Soviet influence and support NATO allies. Over the decades, Sixth Fleet has participated in numerous operations, including peacekeeping in Lebanon, intervention in the Balkans, and ongoing counterterrorism missions. Today, Sixth Fleet continues to provide maritime security, crisis response, and partnership building in Europe and Africa, operating from its headquarters in Naples, Italy.