Israel’s War Against Iran is proving to be one of the most financially draining military engagements in recent history. As the conflict escalates, Israel is reportedly spending approximately $200 million per day solely to counter Iranian missile and drone attacks, according to a recent analysis by the Wall Street Journal.
This massive figure does not account for the ongoing costs in Gaza, where Israel continues military operations against Palestinian groups. Combined, the financial burden is putting unprecedented pressure on the country’s defense budget and economic stability.
The war, which began on June 13, has already cost billions of dollars. According to the Wall Street Journal’s video report, most of the daily $200 million is directed toward maintaining and operating high-tech air defense systems, such as David’s Sling, Iron Dome, and Arrow, which are crucial for intercepting the barrage of Iranian rockets and drones.
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Experts caution that this level of spending is unsustainable in the long run. The mounting economic toll raises critical questions about the duration of the conflict and whether Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu can afford to maintain operations on both the Iranian and Palestinian fronts.
Many analysts believe that financial strain may soon outweigh strategic objectives, potentially influencing upcoming decisions on war escalation or de-escalation.
While Israeli defense authorities have not publicly disclosed the exact expenditures, military and economic analysts are warning that simultaneous conflicts could drain national reserves, stress civilian infrastructure, and challenge the morale and endurance of the Israeli public.
🔗 Watch the full Wall Street Journal report here: https://youtu.be/HSF8-dINPPo
Source: The Business Standard
