Information about Armenia Military power and army structure.

Armenia has established its own military force since it gained independence in 1991. The country's military structure is managed by the Armenian Ministry of Defense. Armenia's military power is gathered under the name of the Armenian Armed Forces (ESK). ISK consists of land, air and naval forces. Land Forces is the largest and most powerful force. The Air Force is responsible for air defense and air operations. Armenia's military conscription age is 18 and compulsory military service is 2 years. However, young people who receive university education complete their military service for 1 year. Armenia's military force was established to ensure the defense of the country against internal and external threats. Armenia faces security problems, especially the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict and its relations with Turkey. Therefore, the country's military power is used for both defense and deterrence purposes. Armenia also had a military power during the Soviet Union and formed its own military power after the collapse of the Soviet Union. The country's military power also receives military support from Russia. Russia provides military equipment and training to Armenia. Finally, Armenia's military force also serves to support international peace. Armenia sends military personnel to international organizations such as the United Nations and NATO and participates in peacekeeping operations.