Iran war has cost US $37.5bn so far, Hegseth says, as Pentagon seeks billions more
The hearing was disrupted by protests and a shouting match as Hegseth testified at a pivotal time in the war.
The war in Iran has already cost the United States about $37.5bn, according to Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, as the Pentagon asks Congress for billions more to sustain operations.
Hegseth gave the figure while testifying at a hearing that was overshadowed by protests and a shouting match, according to BBC World’s report. The session took place at a crucial moment in the conflict, with lawmakers pressing for answers about the scale and cost of US involvement.
The BBC report did not provide a full breakdown of how the $37.5bn total was calculated, but it said the Pentagon is seeking additional funding on top of the amount already spent. The testimony came as debate intensifies over the financial burden of the war and the longer-term commitments being made by Washington.
The hearing was repeatedly disrupted, underlining the political tension around the conflict and the scrutiny now facing senior defence officials. Hegseth’s appearance was described as pivotal because it came at a time when the war’s trajectory and US support remain closely watched.
The latest figures add to concerns about the pressure the conflict is placing on American military resources. With the Pentagon now seeking billions more, the question of how far US spending will rise is likely to remain central in Congress in the weeks ahead.
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Source: BBC World - https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c70gek2kqyno?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
