The 12-day Israel-Iran war saw the United States rapidly deploy massive military resources, with the cost now becoming clear. The U.S. is estimated to have spent over $800 million just on THAAD missile interceptors, using 15-20% of its stockpile to help defend Israel from nearly 600 Iranian missile attacks. From Tomahawk cruise missiles to GBU-57 'bunker buster' bombs, the U.S. arsenal was on full display. Factoring in naval carrier strike groups and base protection, the war effort marks one of the most expensive short-term U.S. military operations in years. Watch the video to find out more.
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