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Iran War Reveals Britains Weakened Armed Forces Strength

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Britain’s military size significantly reduced since the Iran conflict began. The armed forces now consist of 74,000 full-time personnel, down from 148,000 in 1991.

The Royal Navy has shrunk from about 62,000 personnel and 50 destroyers/frigates to currently operating with 38,000 personnel and 13 destroyers/frigates.

The RAF operates over 150 fighter jets, including Eurofighter Typhoons and Lockheed Martin F-35s, down from a fleet of 700 fast-jet aircraft in 1991.

Britain’s army strength is currently at 74,000 full-time personnel, the smallest it has been since the early 19th century.

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