Pentagon reveals total cost of Iran war is $25 billion so far
The Pentagon has revealed that the current cost of the war with Iran stands at approximately $25 billion, with most expenses attributed to ammunition and early combat operations. Officials note that daily costs have decreased significantly after the initial weeks, following the degradation of Iran's air defenses and a shift to less expensive munitions. While the administration's figure is lower than some earlier projections, experts like Harvard's Linda Bilmes argue that long-term costs could eventually reach $1 trillion when replacement prices and indirect expenses are factored in.
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The acting Assistant War Secretary Jay Hurst said the total cost of the war with Iran was $25 billion so far. Speaking at a hearing before the House Armed Services Committee, administration officials were asked to confirm the assessed cost of Operation Epic Fury. Hurst, the department comptroller, said, “Approximately this day, we’re spending about $25 billion” on the operation. Most of that is ammunition. Recommended Stories WATCH LIVE: Pete Hegseth and Dan Caine testify to Congress on $1.5 trillion Pentagon budget Hegseth and Caine set for Capitol Hill showdown on Iran as they push for $1.5 trillion budget Pentagon asks Congress to codify ‘Department of War’ name as costs exceed $50 million Hurst pledged to formulate a supplemental through the White House that will arrive in Congress…
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