The Croatian Armed Forces (CAF) is the military organization of Croatia, responsible for defending the country and supporting international peacekeeping missions. Established in 1991, the CAF consists of the Croatian Army, Croatian Navy, and Croatian Air Force. It operates under the Ministry of Defense and is a member of NATO since 2009. The primary mission of the CAF is to ensure national security and territorial integrity. The forces are trained to respond to various threats, including natural disasters and humanitarian crises. The CAF also participates in international operations, contributing to global peace and stability efforts.