In ranking from 1st until 10th...which country is the strongest military powers?
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USA\nRussia\nChina\nUnited Kingdom\nFrance\nIndia\nPakistan\nN. Korea\nGermany\nJapan
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Given the current political and military capabilites of both countries, I would say Iran.\n\nThis is why:\n\n~The United States military is very stretched due to deployments in afganistan and iraq.\n~The United States government has very limited global support, especially from Russia and China (who have economic ties to Iran)\n~Iran supports the powerful terrorist network Hezbollah (which can cordinate strikes against Oil Freights and Rigs)\n~Iran has a larger regional military capability (Russian, Chinese, and North Korean missle systems capable of hittin target as far as Europe)\n~United States is on the verge of an economic crisis due to increase in oil prices and a weaker dollar (compared to the euro and yen), meanwhile Iran has no such energy shortage.\n\nIf you consider other military conflicts of the two countries it is obvious who would win in a war - Iran.\n\nAmerican soldiers fear death, in contrast to Iranian soldiers and militia whom believe their death is equal to martyrdom. Oh and not to mention that the majority of the American people are against armed conflict with Iran.\n\nI hope this answers your question.
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That is an extremely complex question, because it has several factors like:\n - economic stability/vitality\n - defense/research/training spending\n - current military ranking/inventories\n - Command & Control structure\n - nuclear power?\n - national defense policy (aggressive/defensive)\n\nSomeone mentioned Jane's.  That is a good source, but you have to pay. If you want a free source use the CIA World Factbook.  Just google it. It will give you all kinds of info.\n\nP.S. Ignore the previous post, he doesn't know what he's talking about.
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China has by far the most numerous forces, and as proven in Korea they make up for lack of technology by rigid discipline and force of numbers. Most of their technology however is licenced Russian technology and the reality of that is that with the exception of the AK 47 is isnt really very spectacular.\n\nRussia still maintains large forces but particulalry since the collapse of the USSR it is badly paid, badly equipped and therefore badly motivated. It is unlikley that they could sustain significant  military action either economically or politcally now.\n\nIndia has a massive army also, and has good training and due to its row with Pakistan keeps itself ready for war. The Indian professional soldier (as part of the British Army) has always fought with courage and distinction (with the exception of a few incidents of changing sides against the Japanese due to the activities of the Indian Nationalist Movement). Equipment wise however they exist of second and third hand Russian and Chinese stuff as they spend most of their defence budget on Nukes which they point at Pakistan.\n\nFrance maintains the largest armed forces in Europe and has based its defence policy since World War two on having an independent capability from NATO of which it is not a member. Its well equipped and has good technology (France was the only western nation to supply military equipment to Iraq, despite the rhetoric from people). Its military is also positioned around the globe as France remains a colonial power.\n\nLasly my very own United Kingdom (England is one of four countries which make up the UK). We have a tiny military force compared the the others you mention. Our airforce has less planes in total than the specialist support aircraft in the US Marine Corps alone. Our entire army would fit into a soccer stadium, and the last time we had to mount a martime invasion of anywhere we had to "borrow" the QE2 cruise liner, several car ferries, and container ships because our Navy hasnt got enough ships.\n\nOur SA80 rifles are made of plastic and fall apart in the sand (although the new ones are better), we sent troops to Iraq sharing one set of body armour between two as there were not enough, and our battlefield radios don't work.  \n\nOur Eurofighter is brilliant but five years and a billion dollars behind schedule, and the Harrier jump jet is still amazing but being phased out due to cost.\n\nDespite all of that on the positive side the British armed forces are absolutely first class at what they do and have proven themselves in battle against superior odds again and again. Falklands, Bosnia, Kosovo, Sierra Leone, Iraq, Oman, Malaya, Borneo, Afghanistan etc, and from a special forces perspective the SAS and SBS are something to be proud of.\n\nThe British armed forces, hawe been designed to perform a key role alongside the U.S and our European allies as part of NATO, and to be a fast reaction force for crisis around the world. They are no longer scaled to have a one on one war with anyone.
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Germany\nFIFA Ranking: 16\n\n\nCosta Rica\nFIFA Ranking: 21\n\n\nPoland\nFIFA Ranking: 23\n\n\nEcuador\nFIFA Ranking: 37
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The US is although it can still have problems as we are seeing in Iraq.\n\nApproximately 1.4 million personnel are currently on active duty in the military with an additional 860,000 personnel in the seven reserve components (456,000 of which are in the Army and Air National Guard). \n\nThe United States Military is considered the most powerful military in the world because their power projection capabilities are maintained significantly higher than any singular nation (e.g. France, United Kingdom, People's Republic of China, Russia, India) or organization (e.g. the European Union). The United States Department of Defense is the controlling organization for the U.S. military and is headquartered at The Pentagon. The Commander-in-Chief of the U.S. military is the President of the United States. With a strength of 2.26 million personnel (including reserves), the United States armed forces are the 2nd largest in the world behind China. The CIA  World Factbooknotes that the US spends 4.06 per cent of GDP as compared to China with 4.3 so as China's GDP grows, its relative military strength will as well.
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The US is by far, number one in almost every way. Number two is where the real debate is. You could argue China because of shear numbers if nothing else. Russia still has a formidible defense, although their technology is way behind. Britain could make a good arguement for being number two, especially since their navy is top notch. Israel probably has the second best air force (and in some ways their air force may be the most technologically advanced).
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CROATIA FIRST...!!! THEN PORTUGAL,AUSTRALIA,PARAGYAY ETC..
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Most... United States of America...\n\nLeast... China...
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the United States is the world's only superpower.  it outspends all other countries COMBINED on its military/defense.  it may be that soon, it will be rivalled as the world's strongest economy, but when it comes to military might, the U.S. has no competitors even close to it.
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They are ranked 21st. In a tie with Syria and Egypt
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I wouldn't count on Brazil.  Brazil is not the strongest TEAM, they have some of the strongest players (mostly in attack), definitely not the strongest defence.  Their midfield is good when Ronaldinho and Cicinho are playing left and right.  Dida has been horrible in AC Milan this year.\n\nI think there are better TEAMS as a whole out there.\n\nItaly\nArgentina\nEngland\nCzech Republic\nNetherlands\nPortugal\n\nAs far as the rankings go, they are not a true representation of the strength of a team/country.  I don't use those as a way to gauge who will win.
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They are now ranked #5 and it is their highest ranking to date.\n\nThey used to be ranked in the 70s behind island nations but now they have improved considerably.
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First of all, when you talk about a nation you mostly refer to people, so please be very careful if this is the right question you wanted to ask!\n\nConsidering the present conditions, USA is the most powerful nation in the world not only because of the economical, military or political status, but also because it has the power to influence other nations.\n\nThink about all the political issues in the world. You'll see that the USA is involved in all major political issues (and has the main word to say in most of them).\n\nFrom the economic and scientific point of view, Japan tends to become the world leader (if isn't already). I see that they sit back, relax, mostly prefer not to state their political opinions and continue to advance on almost every open market.
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War has made the US the strongest nation on earth. What else do you need to know.
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1. Russia\n2. China\nand the list goes on and on. Check out this site for the complete list.
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Hahaha! I like the spirit but perhaps this should be answered by someone unbiased and neutral.. that's me!\n\nWhile the USSR was truly mighty once upon a time, currently the strongest military force on the planet is the USA, whether you like it or not. Russia still has a formidable arsenal but they are certainly not as powerful as the US of A. Also, their economy will not be able to bear the strain of a full fledged modern conflict and so the USA it is again.