Armenian Defense Forces

The Armenian Defense Forces is the military organization responsible for ensuring the security and defense of Armenia, a country located in the South Caucasus region. Established after Armenia gained independence from the Soviet Union in 1991, it consists of the Army, Air Force, and other military components. Its primary role is to protect the nation's sovereignty and territorial integrity, particularly in the context of ongoing tensions with neighboring Azerbaijan over the disputed region of Nagorno-Karabakh. The forces are trained to respond to both conventional and asymmetric threats, focusing on national defense and regional stability.