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Congressional watchdog: Pentagon spent about $38 billion in early months of Iran war
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According to a nonpartisan congressional watchdog, the Pentagon spent approximately $38 billion in the first few months of the war with Iran. The report also indicates that it will take at least five years to replace the missile interceptors used to defend U.S. troops and bases during that period. The spending figure and replacement timeline highlight the significant material and financial costs of the conflict in its early stages.
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According to a nonpartisan congressional watchdog, the Pentagon spent approximately $38 billion during the first few months of the war with Iran. The report also indicates that the U.S. military will need at least five years to replace the missile interceptors used in defending American troops and bases.
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CBO reports Iran war cost Pentagon $38 billion, depleting up to two-thirds of missile interceptors