Iran war cost US $38bn and significantly depleted missile stockpile, report finds

A report from the non-partisan Congressional Budget Office indicates that the ongoing conflict in Iran has cost the United States at least $38 billion. The findings highlight that the military engagement has significantly depleted the nation's defensive missile stockpile, with projections suggesting it could take up to five years to replenish these reserves.

Beyond the initial expenditure, the report estimates that the financial burden of the war will continue to grow by approximately $3 billion each month. The assessment underscores the long-term logistical and fiscal challenges facing the U.S. military as a result of the sustained combat operations in the region.