Why is it difficult for Israel to defeat Iran despite America's help? ​​​​​​​

The Middle East has been on fire since October 2023 and its center is Israel. After Israel waged war against Hamas in Gaza, it had to face challenges from many militia groups. After this, it fought with Hamas as well as Hezbollah, Houthis, and Iran. Let us tell you that Iran helps Hamas, Hezbollah, and Houthis, due to which Iran remains Israel's enemy number 1.

Israel has attacked Iran twice during the entire Gaza war. America has also imposed the harshest sanctions to weaken Israel, yet Iran has not weakened and has been vowing to destroy Israel. Even if America helps Israel in a direct war, will it be able to defeat Iran? Let us know who is more powerful between Israel and Iran.

Israel vs. Iran

Iran's population is ten times more than that of Israel. According to the Global Firepower 2024 Index, Iran's population is 8,75,90,873. Israel's population is 90,43,387.

The Iranian armed forces are among the largest in the West Asia region, with at least 580,000 active-duty troops and about 200,000 reserve personnel, divided between the conventional army and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, a New York Times report said.

Compare this with Israel, which has 1,69,500 active military personnel in the army, navy and paramilitary forces. Apart from this, it has 4,65,000 reserve soldiers, while there are 8,000 paramilitary forces.

Israel leads in defense budget

However, when it comes to defense spending, Israel spends much more on defense than Iran. It also receives huge aid from the US for this expenditure. According to data from the Global Firepower Index, Israel's defense budget is $24 billion while Iran's is just $9.95 billion.

However, the Washington-based Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD) had said in its report that Iran's army is not only dependent on the government budget, especially the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC). FDD said that IRGC operates many companies in Iran and has a good hold on Iran's economy.

Who is ahead in arms?

Iran may be ahead of Israel in terms of soldiers, but Israel is ahead in terms of weapons. Israel has advanced and modern deadly weapons, most of which it has acquired from America or has prepared with the help of America.

Israel's air attack power is much more than Iran. The Global Firepower Index shows that Israel has a total of 612 fighter jets, while Iran has 551. An important aspect is that the Israeli Air Force uses the most modern fighter aircraft like F-15s, F-16s and F-35s, but this is not the case with Iran.

Israel also has a renowned multi-layered air defense system, which includes Iron Dome, David's Sling, Arrow and Patriot. While Iran has air defenses acquired from Russia.

Nuclear plant.

However, Iran's missile power is unmatched. The International Institute for Strategic Studies reports that Iran has the largest stockpile of ballistic missiles and drones in West Asia, including cruise missiles and anti-ship missiles, as well as ballistic missiles with a range of up to 2,000 kilometres. These have the capability and range to hit any target, including Israel.

Who has more ground strength?

In terms of ground power, Israel has 1,370 tanks while Iran has 1,996. Having more tanks than Israel does not mean that it is militarily more powerful. Because Israel has modern tanks, including advanced tanks like the Merkava tank, which are considered to be the best designed and most heavily armored in the world.

Neither Iran nor Israel has a significant naval presence, although Iran is known for its ability to launch attacks using small boats. According to Global Firepower, Iran has 101 warships and Israel has 67. In addition, Israel has five submarines and Iran has 19.

Who has more nuclear power?

Israel is ahead in terms of nuclear power. In the last report of Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), it was told that Israel has about 80 nuclear weapons. About 30 of these can be fired from aircraft. While Iran has not yet become a nuclear power, its nuclear program is considered to be very close to making a nuclear bomb.