Navy comparison: 
Israel vs 
Syria
Israel's 55-ship navy outnumbers Syria's 6 vessels (9.2:1 advantage). Of these, 52 and 0 are in active service respectively.
Key figures as of 2026
| Israel | Syria | Ratio | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official name | Israeli Navy | Syrian Arab Navy | |
| Total ships | 55 | 6 | 🇮🇱 9.2× |
| Active ships | 52 | 0 | 🇮🇱 |
| On order / planned | 3 | 0 | 🇮🇱 |
| Submarines | 6 | 0 | 🇮🇱 |
| Principal surface combatants | 0 | 0 | — |
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| Corvettes | 7 | 0 | 🇮🇱 |
| Patrol boats | 28 | 0 | 🇮🇱 |
| Coastal boats | 8 | 0 | 🇮🇱 |
| Auxiliaries | 3 | 0 | 🇮🇱 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more naval ships, Israel or Syria?
Israel has a larger navy with 55 ships compared to Syria's 6 ships.
Which navy has more submarines, Israel or Syria?
Israel operates more submarines with 9 compared to Syria's 0.
How do the Israel and Syria navies compare in size?
Israel's navy is 9.2 times larger than Syria's in terms of total ships (55 vs 6).