Pentagon Estimates Iran War Costs Over $11 Billion in First Week
The Pentagon has reported to Congress that the first week of conflict with Iran has cost the United States approximately $11.3 billion. During the initial six days, US military operations, including airstrikes, resulted in expenditures of around $5.6 billion on munitions alone. Estimates suggest that the costs could escalate to $1 billion per day, raising concerns among lawmakers about the financial burden on taxpayers. Analysts warn that the staggering expenses could have significant implications for the national debt and other public spending priorities.
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