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What We Know on the 17th Day of the US and Israel’s War with Iran
The Pentagon estimates a four- to six-week mission with $12 billion spent so far, while energy prices rise due to disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, officials said.
- Kevin Hassett, speaking on 'Face the Nation', said the Pentagon believed the mission would take four to six weeks and was ahead of schedule during the March 15, 2026 broadcast.
- U.S. officials say President Trump asked allies to send warships to keep the Strait of Hormuz open, while Wright said this is 'short-term pain to get through to a much better place.'
- Officials reported the U.S. administration has spent $12 billion so far, with over five billion on munitions; gasoline prices rose more than 20%, and the United Airlines CEO noted fare increases.
- Futures markets suggest a rapid end and much lower prices, while the U.S. administration mitigation measures raise permits for Venezuela and secure fertilizer from Morocco and Venezuela to limit disruptions.
- Hassett argued that U.S. domestic oil production reduces Iran's leverage compared to the 1970s, and officials briefed an April 9th scenario that the president will decide when to end the campaign.
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What we know on the 17th day of the US and Israel’s war with Iran
US President Donald Trump is trying to garner international support for securing the Strait of Hormuz — the vital waterway where the transport of oil has shuddered to a halt since the United States and Israel began their war with Iran.
The director of the National Economic Council points out that the US has all the weapons systems required and therefore, no additional resources will be needed - Scenarios spoke of an extra package of 50 billion.
Hassett says US has ‘got what we need’ on funding for Iran conflict
National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett on Sunday said the Trump administration has “got what we need” when it comes to funding for the conflict in Iran. “Well, tell me how much is this war going to cost? Because I know the Pentagon briefed it’s going to be about $11.3 billion. Do you need to…
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