Topic
Military Spending
Pope Leo urges concessions for peace as Ukraine war drags on
During a speech in Metz, Pope Leo XIV called for negotiated compromises to end the war in Ukraine and criticized surging European defence budgets.
Iran war has cost US $37.5bn so far, Hegseth says, as Pentagon seeks billions more
The Pentagon is facing legislative resistance after requesting $87 billion in supplemental funding for the conflict. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth warned that failing to approve these funds could impact military readiness, training, and payroll.
US war in Iran costs $37.5 billion as conflict enters 11th night
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth disclosed the $37.5 billion cost estimate amid mounting pressure for supplemental funding and growing election-year scrutiny.