US Expenses in Conflict with Iran May Reach Trillion

A Harvard expert estimates that the total cost of the conflict with Iran for the United States could reach $1 trillion. According to CNN, Linda Bilmes, a professor at Harvard's Kennedy School, has presented an assessment that includes both current and long-term expenses.

The expert noted that it would take the U.S. more than a year to replenish its stockpile of ammunition, particularly high-precision weapons. It is mentioned that the replacement of a Tomahawk missile, which currently costs $2 million, could be around $3.5 million.

In the next 4-5 years, the maintenance of aircraft carrier groups and other equipment could require tens or even hundreds of billions of dollars. Additionally, the government will be obliged to provide social security for the 55,000 servicemen involved in operations.

The calculations also consider the impact of the conflict on the global economy, which has already led to rising prices for goods and fuel in the U.S. It is forecasted that the average price for a gallon of gasoline in the country may reach $5.

According to Pentagon data from Tuesday, the cost of military operations against Iran is already approaching $29 billion, which includes expenses for personnel maintenance as well as the repair and replacement of equipment.