The United States Department of Defense says the cost of the country’s war in Iran has now reached $29 billion.
According to Reuters, the figure represents an increase of approximately $4 billion compared to estimates released last month.
Jules Hurst, acting comptroller of the Pentagon, told members of Congress on Tuesday that the costs include operational expenses, repairs to military equipment, and the replacement of weapons systems.
Speaking alongside senior military officials, including the US Secretary of Defense, Hurst said the process of reviewing and updating the overall cost estimates is still ongoing.
The Pentagon had previously estimated the cost of the conflict at $25 billion on April 29.
US officials have not yet released detailed information regarding the precise methodology used to calculate the war expenses.
Military analysts say the continuing rise in war costs could increase political and economic pressure on the US government, particularly as Washington remains involved in multiple international security crises.
Experts note that the financial burden of modern warfare extends far beyond direct combat operations.
According to analysts, rebuilding military stockpiles, repairing damaged equipment, maintaining troop readiness, and strengthening defense systems consume a major portion of defense spending during prolonged conflicts.
Specialists also warn that extended military campaigns can place pressure on industrial production chains and strategic reserves, especially when advanced missile systems and air defense technologies require years to replace.
The report comes as debates continue in US political and policy circles regarding the broader economic and strategic consequences of the war involving Iran.
