https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/latest-updates-iran-war-costs-well-over-33-4-billion-pentagon-says-as-trump-signals-renewed-openness-to-talksContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/latest-updates-iran-war-costs-well-over-33-4-billion-pentagon-says-as-trump-signals-renewed-openness-to-talkshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/latest-updates-iran-war-costs-well-over-33-4-billion-pentagon-says-as-trump-signals-renewed-openness-to-talks#u70162Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:20:07 +0000The Pentagon watchdog issued its first review of the Iran war, revealing that the conflict has cost well over $33.4 billion and created severe munitions shortages for the United States military. Iranian strikes damaged and destroyed hundreds of buildings at United States military bases, along with dozens of aircraft. Meanwhile, oil prices jumped to a near four-month high following these developments.Why it mattersThe review provides the first comprehensive official assessment of the damage and expenditures resulting from the military engagement with Iran. The destruction of base infrastructure