The Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF; Arabic: القوات المسلحة اللبنانية, romanized: Al-Quwwāt al-Musallaḥa al-Lubnāniyya), also known as the Lebanese Army [3] (Arabic: الجيش اللبناني, romanized: Al-Jaish al-Lubnani), is the national military of the Republic of Lebanon.

Mar 21, 2025 · The Lebanese Army official website endeavors to consolidate the existing relationship between the Army and the citizens and to remain in contact with them by informing them with the latest updates concerning the Army and the country

Lebanese Armed Forces equipment still contains significant amounts of old weaponry, but it has embarked on some major improvements recently. The M113, which is commonly found with every regiment and brigade, is considered to be the major element of the ground forces.

Jan 8, 2025 · Detailing the current military strength of Lebanon including air force, army, navy, financials and manpower.

The Lebanese Air Force (LAF) (Arabic: القوات الجوية اللبنانية, romanized: Al Quwwat al-Jawwiya al-Lubnaniyya) is the aerial warfare branch of the Lebanese Armed Forces. The seal of the air force is a roundel with two wings and a Lebanese Cedar …

Sep 24, 2024 · Lebanon's 2024 army is entirely volunteer-based and consists of "approximately 73,000 active troops (70,000 Army; 1,500 Navy; 1,500 Air Force)", according to the CIA World Factbook. The LAF is...

Dec 7, 2024 · France, with its historical ties dating back to Lebanon's independence, provides military training and equipment while advocating for strengthening the LAF's presence in southern Lebanon. Recently, France has led international efforts to increase support for the LAF.

Sep 25, 2024 · As the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon keeps teetering towards an outright war, many are asking, does Lebanon have an army and why it is nowhere to be seen? However, its role and...

The commencement of Hezbollah military operations preempted the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) from putting in motion plans tied to clearing JAN and the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS) militants from Lebanese territory on its own.

Sep 28, 2024 · The Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) comprises three main branches: ground forces, the air force and the navy. They are responsible for defense, internal security and national development. Despite significant political and economic challenges, the LAF remains crucial for maintaining Lebanon’s sovereignty and stability.