Report: Who Would Win World War 3?

The Balance of Power: Russia, China, and Iran vs. the West

HR NEWS
5 min readAug 21, 2024

In a hypothetical conflict between Russia, China, and Iran on one side and Western powers on the other, the outcome would depend on various factors including troop numbers, military equipment, nuclear capabilities, manufacturing capacity, and technological advancement.

Military Personnel

The combined active military personnel of Russia, China, and Iran totals approximately 3.2 million, with China contributing the largest share at around 2 million active troops. In comparison, NATO countries collectively have about 3.3 million active personnel, with the United States accounting for roughly 1.4 million of that total.

Health Challenges Impacting U.S. Military Readiness

America’s health issues, including obesity, mental illness, and chronic diseases like diabetes, pose significant challenges to military effectiveness across all levels:

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