Video: US Debt Hits USD 39 Trillion, Will the Iran War Make the Burden Even Heavier?

The United States’ debt has reached USD 39 trillion on 17 March 2026, or approximately Rp 663,000 trillion when converted at an exchange rate of Rp 17,000 per US dollar. This debt has experienced a sharp increase during the second term of Donald Trump’s administration. The current situation with the war in Iran is also bringing worries that the country’s debt burden will become even higher. So, what exactly is causing this debt to skyrocket and what are its impacts on the economy? Watch the full information in the Big Stories of The Week programme on CNBC Indonesia (Friday, 03/04/2026) below.