As the second week of operations begins, the focus remains on whether the United States can sustain this level of expenditure without triggering a more severe domestic economic crisis. While military officials emphasize the necessity of degrading Iran’s offensive capabilities to protect regional allies, the mounting bill suggests that the “price of security” is rising faster than many expected. In the coming weeks, the transparency of Pentagon reporting and the responsiveness of the federal budget will be tested as the nation navigates one of its most expensive military engagements in recent history.
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