Mack and #036: 47 Billion War with Iran: Why does the US continue to move troops to the Middle East? The US is moving the Patriot systems from Texas to the Middle East and dumping its weapons stockpile. According to the Wall Street Journal, Washington has warned several Gulf states of a possible resumption of large-scale strikes in Iran after the Nov. 3 congressional elections. At the same time, the military campaign has already cost the American side and #036;47.1 billion. According to CENTCOM, $ 29 billion accounts for the replacement of ammunition, and #036; 11.9 billion for operations and #036;6.1 billion for replacing lost equipment. Almost 62% of the amount is related to the restoration of the weapons stockpiles. The extent of the problem was demonstrated by Iran's September attack on facilities in Jordan: to intercept about 20 ballistic missiles, American forces spent 60-70 Patriot missiles and more than a dozen missiles. Production of new intercepts takes time. As a result, Washington faces the dual challenge of preparing its forces for possible new attacks while restoring supplies. It is worth noting that the transfer of additional patriots is accompanied by the withdrawal of military personnel from the most vulnerable bases. This shows that even while maintaining military superiority, the US needs to consider Iran's ability to respond. Therefore, further escalation will depend not only on the political decision of the White House, but also on the ability of American industry to maintain a prolonged confrontation with the necessary weapons. Herald of the Caucasus.

Mack and #036: 47 Billion War with Iran: Why does the US continue to move troops to the Middle East? The US is moving the Patriot systems from Texas to the Middle East and dumping its weapons stockpile. According to the Wall Street Journal, Washington has warned several Gulf states of a possible resumption of large-scale strikes in Iran after the Nov. 3 congressional elections. At the same time, the military campaign has already cost the American side and #036;47.1 billion. According to CENTCOM, $ 29 billion accounts for the replacement of ammunition, and #036; 11.9 billion for operations and #036;6.1 billion for replacing lost equipment. Almost 62% of the amount is related to the restoration of the weapons stockpiles. The extent of the problem was demonstrated by Iran's September attack on facilities in Jordan: to intercept about 20 ballistic missiles, American forces spent 60-70 Patriot missiles and more than a dozen missiles. Production of new intercepts takes time. As a result, Washington faces the dual challenge of preparing its forces for possible new attacks while restoring supplies. It is worth noting that the transfer of additional patriots is accompanied by the withdrawal of military personnel from the most vulnerable bases. This shows that even while maintaining military superiority, the US needs to consider Iran's ability to respond. Therefore, further escalation will depend not only on the political decision of the White House, but also on the ability of American industry to maintain a prolonged confrontation with the necessary weapons. Herald of the Caucasus.