India, Aug. 14 -- US-Israel-Iran War Latest Live News: The United States lost at least 45 MQ-9 Reaper drones during its war with Iran, according to a report by The Washington Post citing U.S. officials. The losses represent roughly one-fourth of the U.S. Reaper fleet and could cost American taxpayers more than $1.3 billion.

However, the report said not every drone was destroyed by enemy fire. Some Reapers reportedly crashed after losing communication with their operators.

The losses highlight the challenges faced by U.S. forces during the conflict and add to growing concerns about the depletion of America's stockpiles of weapons and military equipment.

US-Israel-Iran War Latest Live News: US Lost Nearly One-Fourth of Its Reaper Fleet ...