https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/cost-of-iran-war-estimated-at-43-6-billionContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/cost-of-iran-war-estimated-at-43-6-billionhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/cost-of-iran-war-estimated-at-43-6-billion#u79329Tue, 22 Sep 2026 00:05:56 +0000The Pentagon and The New York Times report differing estimates for the cost of combat operations against Iran. The Pentagon told Congress the war has cost $45.1 billion, while The New York Times estimates the cost at $43.6 billion. In response to these figures, Senate Democrats, excluding Senator Fetterman, have urged Secretary Hegseth to provide a detailed receipt of the expenditures. The Congressional Budget Office is also involved in estimating the financial impact of these operations.Why it mattersThese discrepancies in spending reports trigger legislative scrutiny over military budget tra