Washington: The Pentagon stated that the sharp rise in expenditure is largely linked to the maintenance and repair of military equipment, replacement of damaged components, and growing operational costs tied to the region.
According to the department, the financial estimates continue to undergo regular review by the Joint Chiefs of Staff along with internal financial audit and oversight teams to monitor spending and operational requirements.
The announcement comes as the proposed defense budget under US President Donald Trump for the fiscal year 2027 allocates approximately $1.5 trillion towards defense spending.
The Pentagon reports that US military operations against Iran have driven costs close to $29 billion, largely due to maintenance, repair, and replacement of damaged equipment, as well as rising operational expenses in the region. Officials say the figures are under constant review by the Joint Chiefs of Staff and internal auditors, aligning with a proposed $1.5 trillion defense budget for 2027.