[U.S. Officials Claim Iran Conflict Costs Could Reach $50 Billion, Double the Official Disclosure] According to a report by Jinse Finance on May 1, U.S. officials revealed that the true cost of military operations in Iran could approach $50 billion, roughly double the $25 billion previously disclosed by the Pentagon during congressional hearings. It is reported that the Pentagon's earlier estimate of $25 billion did not fully account for expenses such as equipment losses and damage to military facilities. Informed officials stated that as the operation continues, ammunition consumption and equipment losses have become the main drivers of rising costs. For example, 24 MQ-9 'Reaper' drones have already been destroyed, each valued at approximately $30 million. (CCTV News)