U.S. Department of Defense

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Last mentioned: Mar 12, 2026

Timeline

Mar 12, 2026
Congressional Briefing

Pentagon reports $11.3 billion total cost for the first six days of the campaign.
Mar 9, 2026
Operational Escalation

Deployment of advanced ISR and maritime assets increases daily expenditure.
Mar 6, 2026
Conflict Commencement

Initial kinetic and cyber strikes launched against Iranian strategic targets.

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Pentagon Reports $11.3B Cost for Initial Six Days of Conflict with Iran

The Pentagon has informed Congress that the first six days of military operations against Iran have incurred costs exceeding $11.3 billion. This rapid expenditure highlights the intense resource requirements of modern, high-tech kinetic and digital warfare in the Middle East.

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