Information about the French army after reports of a coup attempt

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French media reported that the Internal Security thwarted a coup attempt in France, and indicated that the planning for the change of power was carried out by Remy Dayh, a former deputy of the Democratic Movement Party.

The French newspaper “Le Parisien” said, Report on the foiling of a coup attemptThe coup plan was called “Operation Lazur,” noting that it included the control of Remy Daye’s supporters over the Elysee Palace, the army headquarters, the Interior Ministry, and some television channels.

What are the capabilities of the French army?

Classified French army Ranked No. 7 among the 140 most powerful militaries in the world, according to For a report on the most powerful armies in the world The US “Global Firepower” website, which indicated that the French defense budget amounts to 47.7 billion US dollars.

The French army has 450,000 soldiers, including 35,000 reserve forces.

The French Air Force consists of 1,057 warplanes, including 269 fighters and interceptors, and 432 helicopters.

• The French ground forces have 406 tanks, 6,420 armored vehicles, 109 self-propelled guns, 12 field guns and 13 rocket launchers.

and occupies French war fleet 17th in the world with 180 naval units, including one aircraft carrier, two helicopter carriers, 11 destroyers, 11 frigates, in addition to 10 submarines.

Comparison of the Russian and French armies

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