Europe's military strength has taken on new urgency amid the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine. The European Commission has proposed mobilizing up to 800 billion euros (US$863 billion) for defense, as tensions rise with the EU over Russia's actions. Since President Donald Trump took office again in January, the US has had a complex relationship with European allies regarding Russia and Ukraine, fueling further divisions.
This gallery looks into the European countries with the strongest militaries, highlighting their readiness to navigate these growing geopolitical challenges.
Click on for the top 30 countries.