Pentagon’s Iran War Bill Could Grow Beyond $25B as Base Rebuilds Are Considered

CNN reports that the Pentagon’s $25 billion estimate for the Iran war is a lowball figure; when base damage and reconstruction are included, the total could reach roughly $40–$50 billion after Iranian strikes damaged at least nine US sites in the Gulf, destroying radar and other assets and downing an E-3 Sentry. Officials say most of the $25B has gone to munitions, but repair costs aren’t yet reflected in the FY27 budget request, while lawmakers have urged more than $200B in additional funding for the ongoing conflict.