The Dutch frigate Zr.Ms. Tromp has set sail from Den Helder to lead a NATO naval group in the North Sea, Baltic Sea, and Atlantic Ocean. Commander Arjen Warnaar emphasizes the ship’s role as a rapid response unit, tasked with monitoring and reporting any incidents at sea. Recent cable sabotage incidents in the Baltic, possibly linked to Russia, highlight the importance of the presence of NATO forces for deterrence. The article discusses the strategic significance of energy security amidst rising tensions in the region.