Iran war live: US completes 13th night of strikes on Iran

The United States has completed its 13th night of strikes on Iran, with President Trump reportedly considering a "massive attack." Iran's Araghchi stated that "mindless aggression" would not facilitate a deal. A former Pentagon official, Mark Cancian, has indicated that the extensive use of munitions in the Iran conflict may have depleted US stockpiles, potentially leaving the nation vulnerable elsewhere, particularly in the Western Pacific. He estimates it could take two to five years to replenish these supplies. The conflict has already cost $37.5 billion, with the US Secretary of War requesting an additional $70 billion for the war and broader military readiness. The article also notes a shift in warfare towards a mix of high-end ballistic and cruise missiles alongside cheaper drones, including sea drones used by the US against Iranian coastal targets.

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is requesting a nearly $1.5 trillion defense budget for 2027, a 44% increase that would match World War II spending levels. This comes after an earlier, quickly abandoned plan for annual 8% budget cuts. Hegseth is also seeking $67 billion in emergency funds for the ongoing war in Iran, though critics question the allocation of some of these funds. The Pentagon has $75 billion in previously allocated funds that remain unspent and unaccounted for. This push for increased defense spending is being pursued through reconciliation, a legislative process that bypasses typical Senate filibuster rules.