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The Defense Department inspector general issued its first report on the Iran war, citing the cost of the conflict at approximately $33 billion as of June 30, excluding repair of damaged facilities and other costs, and acknowledging a munitions shortage.

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NBC NewsLean left · Sep 17, 3:01 PM

The Defense Department inspector general issued its first report on the war, citing the cost of the conflict at about $33 billion as of June 30, excluding repair of damaged facilities and other costs.

Cites: Defense Department inspector general · Details: $33 billion; June 30

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NBC NewsLean left · Sep 17, 3:01 PM

The Defense Department inspector general issued its first report on the war, acknowledging a munitions shortage and saying the cost of the conflict was about $33 billion, excluding the repair of damaged facilities and other costs, as of June 30.

Cites: Defense Department inspector general · Details: $33 billion; June 30; munitions shortage; excluding repair costs

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