World · 22 July 2026
US Defense Secretary Hegseth confirms Iran war has cost $37.5 billion
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth revealed the Iran war has cost $37.5 billion during a Senate hearing on Tuesday. He faced questions about the White House's request for $87.6 billion in extra funds, with $67 billion for the war. Democrats expressed disapproval of the Trump administration's decision to engage in warfare without obtaining congressional approval.
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