armed forces

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Despite robust public warnings to Tehran, and capable armed forces, the Emiratis still prefer to stay out of direct attacks on Iran.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

Its armed forces are also seen as some of the best trained in the Gulf countries.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

In its statement late on Tuesday, the Russian defence ministry said this year's parade would include representatives of all branches of Russia's armed forces and a colourful fly-past.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

Navy Sea Chanters and 500 members of the U.S. armed forces marching on the White House lawn in the light rain, which Trump joked was very British weather.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

How could her husband be so calm when every branch of the armed forces was scrambling?

From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers