US costs of Iran war rise to over US$47bil, Pentagon estimates
The latest figure was tied to operational costs, with more than US$29 billion projected to replace expended munitions used in the conflict.
The cost of the US war in Iran has surpassed US$47 billion, according to Pentagon data obtained by Reuters, exceeding the initial defense department estimate by over 25%. The expenditure includes more than US$6 billion required to replace military equipment and platform losses, such as aircraft and drones lost during the conflict.
The rising costs have become a political issue for Republicans ahead of the November 3 election, affecting support for Republican candidates and President Donald Trump's approval ratings. The war, launched jointly with Israel in February, aimed to demonstrate a short conflict. However, Iran's ability to repair underground storage facilities and reactivate defenses has led to renewed discussions about potential restarts of combat operations following the midterm elections.
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