Iran estimates $270B war damage from US, Israel

An Iranian government spokesperson has provided the first official damage assessment from the recent 40-day conflict with the United States and Israel. Fatemeh Mohajerani, in an interview with the Russian news agency RIA Novosti, stated the initial estimate of inflicted damages is approximately $270 billion. This figure represents a staggering financial toll on Iran's economy, which is already under severe strain from sanctions and the ongoing conflict. The announcement comes amid a tense ceasefire and warnings from the US that the pause in hostilities may not last indefinitely.