Iran war has cost US $37.5bn so far, Hegseth says
Summary
The US war with Iran has cost about $37.5 billion so far, according to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. He is asking Congress for $87 billion to fund military operations, with $67 billion targeted for the Middle East, warning that military training and operations could be cut without this money.Key Facts
- The war with Iran has cost the US $37.5 billion to date, an increase of nearly $8 billion since May.
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth testified before the Senate Appropriations Committee seeking $87 billion in funding.
- Of the requested funds, $67 billion would go to operations in the Middle East.
- The hearing was interrupted by anti-war protesters opposing US military actions in Iran and Palestine.
- Hegseth said the military needs urgent funding to pay troops, replace equipment, and sustain operations.
- Senate Republicans and Democrats debated the funding request, with some opposing the size and process of the request.
- The US and Iran resumed hostilities after a ceasefire ended, with ongoing strikes reported.
- The White House has requested a record $1.5 trillion budget for the Pentagon for the next fiscal year.
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