Officials from President Donald Trump’s administration revealed that the first six days of the Iran war have cost the United States at least $11.3 billion. The disclosure came during a closed-door briefing for senators on Tuesday, according to sources familiar with the matter.
The figure does not reflect the total cost of the Iran war but provides lawmakers with an initial estimate. Congressional aides expect the White House to request additional funding soon. Some officials suggest the request could be as high as $50 billion, though others believe this estimate may be low.
President Trump, speaking during a visit to Kentucky, claimed that “we won” the war but emphasized that US forces would remain engaged to complete the mission.
The Iran war began on February 28, when US and Israeli forces launched coordinated airstrikes. The conflict has reportedly killed around 2,000 people, primarily Iranians and Lebanese. The fighting has expanded into Lebanon, disrupting global energy markets and international transport.
During the first two days of combat, administration officials reported that $5.6 billion worth of munitions were used. Lawmakers have expressed concern that prolonged fighting could strain US military resources, especially at a time when the defense industry is already under pressure to meet demand.
President Trump recently met with executives from seven major defense contractors to discuss replenishing depleted supplies. Meanwhile, Democratic lawmakers are demanding public testimony under oath from administration officials. They seek clarity on the war’s expected duration and post-conflict plans for Iran.
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The Iran war continues to raise serious questions about costs, strategy, and global impact. Congress is closely monitoring the situation as the White House prepares for possible additional funding requests.
