Pentagon Addresses Costs Amid Airstrikes in Iran

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WASHINGTON D.C. – U.S. forces have conducted airstrikes against Iran for four consecutive days. During this period, members of Congress have engaged the Pentagon regarding the financial costs of these operations. Journalist Garrett Haake, reporting for NBC News, provided information concerning these discussions. Lawmakers directed questions to Department of Defense officials about the expenditures related to the military actions as the operations continued. The inquiries focused on understanding the financial impact of the ongoing strikes.