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Iran War Costs US $43.6 Billion

The Iran War's Economic Body Count: A Wake Up Call for Washington The cost of President Biden's Middle East misadventure has finally caught up with him – and his party.

This week, the Pentagon revealed that the Iran war has already racked up an eye watering $43. 6 billion in expenses, the largest official estimate to date. The breakdown is telling: $11.

2 billion has been committed for operating expenses, including fuel, ammo, and maintenance costs. The additional $32. 4 billion in unfunded replacement costs should send shivers down Washington's spine.

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