Name: Cost of US war in Iran tops $25 billion as lawmakers question impact
Uploaded: 2026-04-30T14:59:00+08:00
Duration: PT50.175S
Description: US defense officials told lawmakers during a congressional hearing that military spending since the start of operations against Iran has exceeded $25 billion, with most costs tied to munitions and equipment. Officials said a supplemental funding request

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US defense officials told lawmakers during a congressional hearing that military spending since the start of operations against Iran has exceeded $25 billion, with most costs tied to munitions and equipment. Officials said a supplemental funding request would be submitted after a full assessment. During the hearing, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth also faced questions over claims that Iran's nuclear facilities had been "obliterated," with lawmakers pressing for clarification on the effectiveness of the strikes.

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