“Have faith in Allah and His Messenger, and strive in the cause of Allah with your wealth and your lives. That is best for you, if only you knew.”
61:11
| Aspect of Military Capabilities | Impact of Economic Warfare | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Defense Budget | Reduced funding for military operations, procurement, and maintenance due to economic sanctions or blockades. | – Iran’s military budget constraints due to U.S. sanctions. |
| Weapons Procurement | Difficulty in acquiring advanced weapons systems, spare parts, or technology due to export bans or embargoes. | – Russia’s struggle to access Western microchips after sanctions post-2014. |
| Industrial Base | Disruption of domestic defense industries due to lack of raw materials, technology, or investment. | – Germany’s industrial decline during World War I due to Allied blockades. |
| Supply Chains | Breakdown of supply chains for critical military equipment, fuel, and food supplies. | – Japan’s fuel shortages during World War II due to U.S. oil embargoes. |
| Morale and Recruitment | Economic hardship can lower morale among troops and reduce the ability to recruit or retain personnel. | – Soviet Union’s economic collapse in the 1980s weakened military morale. |
| Technological Advancement | Sanctions can hinder access to cutting-edge technology, slowing innovation and modernization. | – North Korea’s limited access to advanced military technology due to sanctions. |
| Logistics and Mobility | Restrictions on fuel, transportation, and infrastructure can limit a military’s ability to deploy forces. | – Iraq’s military mobility hampered by sanctions in the 1990s. |
| Alliances and Partnerships | Economic isolation can weaken alliances and reduce access to foreign military support. | – Russia’s strained relationships with Western nations post-2014 Crimea annexation. |
| Civilian Support | Economic strain can reduce public support for military spending, especially during crises. | – Post-Vietnam War U.S. public opposition to military spending. |
