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Over $11.3 Billion Cost to US in First Week of War

Published March 12, 2026, 09:23
Over $11.3 Billion Cost to US in First Week of War

The cost to the United States during the first week of war against Iran exceeded $11.3 billion, according to information presented to Congress by the Pentagon. This amount covers the direct cost of military operations but does not include expenses related to the preparation of US strikes, suggesting that the actual economic burden of the war may be even higher. According to the same sources, US armed forces spent $5.6 billion on weapons and ammunition in the first two days of the war alone, a figure significantly higher than previous estimates. This highlights the high economic cost of military operations in the Middle East. These revelations raise concerns about the sustainability of military spending and its impact on the US budget. The ongoing conflict is expected to further burden the US economy while also raising questions about the effectiveness and cost of military interventions.