How Much Has the Iran War Actually Cost? A Lot More Than $25 Billion.

"Ukraine War Takes a Heavy Toll on US Wallets: As the conflict in Ukraine continues to rage, the financial burden on the US is becoming increasingly clear. According to one estimate, the direct military costs of the war have surpassed a staggering $70 billion, with many experts warning that this number is likely to continue rising. But the economic impact doesn't stop there - American households have also seen a significant increase in energy costs, with over $37 billion in added expenses since the war began. As the US continues to provide military and economic support to Ukraine, the question on many minds is: what will be the long-term cost of this ongoing conflict?"

Direct military costs have exceeded $70 billion by one estimate, and Americans have paid more than $37 billion in higher energy costs since the war began.