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- The United States has spent $43.6 billion on operations against Iran through Sept. 3, 2026.
- The Pentagon attributes $11.2 billion to already-obligated operating expenses.
- An estimated $28.1 billion funds replacement of expended munitions.
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth requested $21 billion for high-end missiles and new munitions.
- Nineteen U.S. service members have been killed and over 750 wounded since Feb. 28, 2026.
