# **Armed forces personnel, total**
The indicator **"Armed forces personnel, total"** refers to the total number of individuals who are employed in the armed forces of a country. This includes all branches of the military, such as:
- **Army**
- **Navy**
- **Air Force**
- **any other military units or forces**
The personnel counted in this indicator typically include **active-duty military personnel** who are engaged in various military functions, including:
- **Combat**
- **Training**
- **Support**
- **Administration**
The indicator is used to measure the **size and strength** of a country's military workforce.
The chart displays the armed forces personnel, total in Iran for **21 years, from 2000 to 2020**. Armed forces personnel, total in Iran was reported at **650,000 in 2020**.