10 Strongest Countries in Europe by Military Power

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3. France

Global Firepower Index Ranking: 3

GDP Ranking: 3

Average Ranking: 3

France is one of the strongest countries in Europe by military power. The country is armed with roughly 300 nuclear weapons. 

France is also a key member of NATO and plays an important role in the alliance’s collective defense efforts. The French military regularly participates in joint military exercises and operations with other NATO member countries, contributing its expertise and resources to the alliance’s mission of ensuring the security and stability of the Euro-Atlantic region.

The French military has a long history of successful military interventions, including in Mali and the Central African Republic, where French troops were able to restore order and stability to the region. The French military also played a leading role in the coalition that intervened in Libya in 2011.

It is home to some of the most advanced arms-manufacturing companies, the notable of which is Dassault Aviation SE.

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