The Cost of War with Iran Reaches $37.5 Billion

US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announced that the cost of the ongoing war with Iran has reached $37.5 billion. Hegseth stated that the cost of the war as of today is $37.5 billion. He also argued that if Congress does not approve the requested additional funds, there may be problems in paying soldiers' salaries, as well as the renewal of ammunition and military equipment, and the continuation of critical operations. The meeting where the Pentagon's additional budget request was discussed was interrupted by protesters several times.