10 most powerful countries ranked by military strength

The United States has long been considered the world's most powerful military force.

Russia possesses a vast nuclear arsenal and a large active military force.

China has the world's largest active military force and is rapidly modernizing its military equipment.

India has a large and well-trained military force and is a major producer of defense equipment.

The United Kingdom has a long history of military power and a well-equipped and well-trained military force.

Japan has a modern and well-equipped military force, although its constitution restricts its ability to use military force.

France has a long history of military power and a well-equipped and well-trained military force.

South Korea has a large and well-trained military force, due in part to the ongoing threat from North Korea.

Pakistan has a large and well-trained military force, and is a nuclear power. It has a long history of conflict with India.

Italy has a well-equipped and well-trained military force, and is a major member of NATO. It has a long history of military power.

This information is not DNA's opinion but obtained from media reports