U.S.-Iran War Cost Hits $37.5 Billion, Pentagon Seeks More Funding Amid Senate Clash

The cost of the U.S.-Iran conflict continues to rise, with Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth telling lawmakers that the war has already cost $37.5 billion. The Pentagon is now seeking additional funding as military operations in the Middle East continue. The Senate hearing witnessed heated exchanges over the war strategy, casualties, defence spending and the effectiveness of strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities. Protesters also interrupted the proceedings, accusing the US of civilian casualties. As Congress debates the funding request, questions are growing over the financial, military and political costs of the conflict