Afghanistan, March 10 -- The Pentagon spent roughly $5.6 billion worth of munitions and advanced weapons during the first two days of military strikes against Iran, highlighting the intensity of the opening phase of the conflict. The scale of spending has raised concerns about the pace at which the United States is using its high-value military stockpiles.
According to a report by The Washington Post, citing three US officials, the rapid use of sophisticated weapons systems has alarmed some lawmakers. They warn that many of these advanced munitions are limited in supply and essential for broader US military readiness.
The figures only cover the first two days of the war, suggesting the overall cost and consumption of weapons could increas...