The Pentagon just admitted the Iran war is blowing a hole in its budget

Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleThis financial strain has resulted in the cancellation or limitation of military training exercises and the depletion of budgets for equipment, facilities, and maintenance (Getty)The Pentagon is experiencing an urgent budget shortfall, primarily due to the war in Iran, which is forcing the diversion of funds. This financial strain has resulted in the cancellation or limitation of military training exercises and the depletion of budgets for equipment, facilities, and maintenance. The Pentagon requested congressional permission to reallocate $4.3 billion from training and weapons purchases to address more immediate priorities. The conflict has placed an unexpected burden on the Navy and Air Force, and experts warn of a critical three-year period needed to replenish depleted weapon stockpiles, including Tomahawk, Patriot, and THAAD missiles. The escalating conflict has led to the deaths of three U.S. service members in recent strikes, with nearly 100 injured since July 7, and a total of 17 killed since fighting began on February 28. In fullTrump’s Iran war has the military running out of cash — and Hegseth running to lawmakers hat in handMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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