$3 billion toll: US counts losses in aircraft, drones, defence systems March 29, 2026 at 12:12AM

Iran's war has severely impacted US military assets, with initial losses and repairs estimated between $1.4 billion and $2.9 billion. Ballistic missiles and drone strikes have targeted advanced fighter jets, refueling tankers, and crucial surveillance systems, including expensive radars. The conflict's financial toll is escalating, even without a full ground war.