TheWARPOWER series takes a unique, 'by-the-numbers', quick-reference approach to the current (2026) military capabilities ofEgypt. The country is a Top 15 global military power according to the defense aggregateGlobalFirepower.com (GFP), the nation showcasing an ongoing modernizaton effort, thousands of armored vehicles, and a strategic global placement, all combined to rank ahead of regional powers Iran, Israel, and Saudi Arabia.
The fighting forces of Egypt are collectively managed under the Egyptian Armed Forces banner and encompasses four major branches of service: theEgyptian Air Force, theEgyptian Army, theEgyptian Navy, and theEgyptian Air Defense Forces. In its current form, the organization was established in 1820.
Egypt national defense is made up of a collection of air, land, and sea assets that includes a Western-aligned and organized approach to its warfighting capabilities, these covering offensive-minded and general deterrence solutions by way of a select group of battlefield offerings.
A breakdown of the current make-up the nation's fighting and support capabilities of the nation of Egypt. The Global Rank value is derived from defense aggregate GlobalFirepower.com as is the regional ranking (both in terms of theoretical military firepower by conventional means). Force Emphasis is a broad reflection on the focus placed on each major defense catagory by the nation.
Key Qualities
Varied Battlefield Solutions
Strategic Geography
Active Modernization
Regional Power
Global Rank
14
IRN
15
EGP
16
AUS
Regional Rank
2
IRN
3
EGP
4
ISR
EquipmentModernCold War
Force Emphasis
MANPOWERAIRPOWERLAND POWERNAVAL POWER
Material Suppliers
Primary and Secondary military suppliers, be they direct or indirect, past and present.
Top Visiting Countries (February, 2026) A look into the interest generated in the current fighting capabilities of the nation of Egypt in the current month.
