US Congressional Budget Office Report on Iran Operation Cost

According to a report published by the US Congressional Budget Office (CBO), the operational cost of Operation Epic Fury, launched against Iran at the end of February, was calculated at approximately $38 billion as of August 1.

Four Main Categories of the Operation

The US Congressional Budget Office examined the cost of Operation Epic Fury, launched against Iran at the end of February, under four main categories. These categories included operational expenditures, opportunity costs, economic impacts, and potential additional expenses.

Cost Items

The published report estimated that the operational cost of the armed conflict was approximately $38 billion as of August 1. It was stated that this specified cost stemmed from the replacement of consumed ammunition and equipment lost in combat.

Increasing Expenditure Elements

Other factors leading to the cost increase included rising flight hours, field operations, and increasing fuel expenses. The report emphasized that these items created a significant burden on the budget.

Stockpile Depletion and Security Risks

The report argued that stockpiles depleted as a result of the operations would weaken the US inventory for several years. It was stated that this situation could create serious security risks in potential crises that may arise, especially with countries possessing extensive ballistic and cruise missile arsenals such as China.