Cost of US War Against Iran in Six Days Reaches Rp190 Trillion
The cost of the United States war against Iran has surpassed more than US$11.3 billion, or approximately Rp190 trillion, in just the first six days of the conflict, according to officials from President Donald Trump’s administration who briefed Congress members in closed-door meetings this week.
Reuters reported that a source familiar with the briefing stated the cost figures were presented to senators on Tuesday, 10 March 2026, following requests from parliament members for more detailed explanations regarding the ongoing military operations.
However, the figure is said not to reflect the total overall cost of the conflict. Several other military expenditure components have yet to be included in the preliminary estimate presented by the government to Congress.
Several aides to Congress members estimate that the White House is likely to soon submit a request for additional war budget appropriations to parliament. Some officials predict the additional funding request could reach US$50 billion, or approximately Rp841 trillion, although some argue that figure remains too low.
The Trump administration has not yet provided an official public estimate of total war costs or a projection of the conflict’s duration. During a visit to Kentucky on Wednesday, Trump stated that his administration had “won” the war, but the United States would continue military operations to complete the mission.
Government officials also revealed to parliament members that ammunition worth approximately US$5.6 billion, or equivalent to Rp94 trillion, has been used in just the first two days of the assault. This large-scale weapons usage has triggered concerns in Congress about the depletion of US military stockpiles.
Parliament members now believe the conflict has the potential to strain US weapon supplies amid a defence industry already struggling to meet the surge in demand. Last week, Trump even met with executives from seven defence contractors as the Pentagon attempted to accelerate production to replenish military supplies.
On the other hand, Congress members from the Democratic Party are urging government officials to provide sworn public testimony regarding the war strategy. They are requesting clarification on how long the conflict will last and the US government’s plans for Iran after fighting concludes.
The military campaign against Iran began on 28 February through air strikes conducted jointly with Israel. Since its inception, the conflict has reportedly killed approximately 2,000 people, mostly Iranian and Lebanese civilians, and has expanded to the Lebanon region. The war has also triggered turbulence in global energy and transport markets.