By Paul Dragu
The New American
October 9, 2026
The Iran War has cost Americans over $170 billion, including hundreds of millions in military hardware accidentally destroyed by allies or intentionally blown up by the United States. Meanwhile, the expenses continue mounting as you read this.
A new report by the Lead Inspector General's office says 81 aircraft have been destroyed or damaged, for a total of $3.3 billion in costs, a fraction of the overall $43 billion - and counting - sticker price for the war.