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#askleo how much money has the Iran War the USA so far, and how much would it cost if it keeps going for another 10 years
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#askleo how much money has the Iran War the USA so far, and how much would it cost if it keeps going for another 10 years
The U.S. has spent roughly $2-2.25 billion on Iran military operations so far (per Brown University's Costs of War project). If it continues at current intensity for 10 years, costs could balloon to $730 billion+ — though that assumes steady conflict without escalation or de-escalation.
How much did the Iraq war cost?
The Iraq War cost the U.S. around $3 trillion through 2021, per Brown University's Costs of War — vastly exceeding the Bush administration's initial $50-60B estimate. That includes direct military spending, long-term veteran care, and interest on war debt.
Would you expect the Iran War to exceed the Iraq war costs, given inflation and the bigger Iran population?
Likely yes — Iran's larger military, geography, and air defenses would drive costs far higher. Early estimates show the current conflict burning $2.4B/week, and CSIS pegs 12 days at $16.5B. A prolonged war could easily eclipse Iraq's $3T when adjusted for inflation and long-term costs.