On July 21, 2026, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth informed the Senate appropriations committee that the US-Israel war on Iran has incurred costs of $37.5 billion to date. During the hearing, Hegseth faced criticism from lawmakers regarding the escalating financial burden of the conflict and the recent deaths of three American service members. He presented a funding request of nearly $88 billion, which he described as urgent and necessary.
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Defense Secretary Hegseth Reports $37.5 Billion Cost of US-Israel War on Iran to Senate
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reported to the Senate appropriations committee that the US-Israel war on Iran has cost $37.5 billion so far. He requested an additional $88 billion in funding, citing the urgency of the situation amid rising costs and recent casualties.
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Hegseth tells Senate war on Iran has so far cost $37.5bn at hearing to request more funds
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