Analyst Warns US Cannot Claim Victory Over Iran Amid Rising War Costs

Retired US Army Colonel Daniel Davis warned that the United States cannot claim victory over Iran simply by launching more airstrikes. Davis argues that a real victory would require changing Iran’s political and military structures, a goal the US military may not have the capacity to achieve. The conflict has imposed growing military, economic, and political costs on Washington.

Military operations have reportedly cost about $38 billion by August 1, according to the US Congressional Budget Office, with spending increasing by roughly $3 billion each month. Furthermore, a US Department of War inspector general report noted weaknesses in production and supply chains, including ammunition shortages.

Dan Rather detailed Donald Trump's policy failures regarding Iran and the risks of catastrophic war.