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The Pentagon acknowledged a shortage of strategic munitions due to active combat with Iran, leading to expenditures of $22.3 billion. A Congressional study indicated that the first five months of the war cost $38 billion, with potential additional costs of $2–3 billion per month. President Trump stated he does not regret his decision to initiate the conflict.
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The Pentagon confirmed that extensive use of munitions during the war with Iran has led to a shortage of supplies. A report from the Inspector General noted that expenditures on munitions reached $22.3 billion by the end of June, revealing issues within the U.S. defense industrial base.
A study by the US Congress revealed that the war with Iran cost American taxpayers approximately $38 billion in direct expenses over the first five months. Each additional month of conflict may cost at least $2-3 billion. President Trump stated he does not regret his decision to go to war.
In the first five months of the war with Iran, the US spent approximately $38.1 billion. Further military actions may add between $2 to $3 billion monthly. The Pentagon also reported a deficit in strategic ammunition stocks.
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