Trump's Iran War: Operation Epic Fury's Staggering Cost to US Could Exceed $200 Billion

• Operation Epic Fury, launched Feb 28, 2026, against Iran, has already incurred over $1.4 billion in initial mobilization and first-day strike costs.
• Direct military costs for the war are projected to range from $40 billion to $95 billion, with a central estimate of $65 billion, potentially rising if the conflict extends beyond two months.
• Broader economic losses to the US could add another $50 billion to $210 billion, pushing the total fiscal and economic burden past $200 billion.
• The conflict has severely disrupted energy markets, with Brent crude reaching $82.37, WTI $73.78, and concerns over the Strait of Hormuz driving up shipping rates.
• The extensive military campaign involves over 1,000 targets hit, 11 Iranian ships destroyed, and deployment of advanced systems like B-2 stealth bombers, F-35s, HIMARS, and two carrier strike groups.