US-Iran War Cost Analysis: $3.7B in First 100 Hours

US-Iran War Cost Analysis: $3.7B in First 100 Hours

The US and Israel's war on Iran has incurred significant costs, with an estimated $3.7 billion spent in its first 100 hours, according to a recent study. This averages to nearly $900 million per day, primarily due to the high expenses of munitions used in the conflict. The Center for Strategic and International Studies conducted the analysis, emphasizing the financial strain on the Pentagon. Most of these costs were unbudgeted, potentially leading to further funding requests and political challenges for the Trump administration.

The war has also caused significant human casualties, with at least 1332 deaths in Iran and 123 in Lebanon. Additionally, there have been casualties on both sides, including six US servicemen and eleven in Israel. Gas prices and domestic economic concerns are further eroding public support for the conflict, which is splitting Trump's America First base, who were promised no involvement in foreign wars.

The Pentagon is expected to request additional funding soon, which could become a focal point for opposition to the war. The study also notes that the operational tempo is higher than usual, increasing costs by 10 percent. The US has utilized advanced weapons systems and stealth bombers in the attacks, while Iran has managed to reduce missile attacks by 90% following the initial strikes.

For more information, visit the original article's source.