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Trump’s Iran war has cost $25bn, Pentagon official says

Pentagon official says Trump's Iran conflict cost $25 billion, raising readiness concerns.

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the pentagon says the us has spent $25bn on military operations against iran since trump took office. a senior defense official flagged the cost of missiles and air defense interceptors as a specific concern, warning the spending is eating into readiness for other potential conflicts. the figure covers both direct strikes and ongoing operations in the region.
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