armed forces

Example Sentences

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He is also close to the Cuban armed forces, which have broad economic interests, especially in the island’s tourism industry.

From The Wall Street Journal

"The regime has proved highly resilient so far, reflecting the extensive control and influence held by the office of the supreme leader and hardline factions in politics and the armed forces," he added.

From Barron's

In 2012, Xi assumed the role of chairman of the Central Military Commission, the top-decision making body for the armed forces.

From BBC

The member of the armed forces "died for France during an attack in the Erbil region of Iraq," Macron posted on X, adding that several soldiers were also wounded.

From Barron's

In response, Iran simply ordered its armed forces to halt strikes on Israel.

From The Wall Street Journal