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Thursday, July 03, 2008

FACTBOX-How big is Iran's military?

U.S., Iranian and Western diplomats have played down worries about a looming Israeli military attack on Iran's nuclear facilities, after reports of heightened tensions rattled nerves and helped drive oil prices near record highs.

Iran insists its nuclear plans are peaceful but says its forces are ready to respond to any military attack.

Following are some details about Iran's military capability. The totals include equipment held by the Revolutionary Guards, which operate on land, at sea and in the air:

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