OPINION: (Iranian War)

Who agrees that Trump should’ve left Iran to their own devices, using N. Korea as an example, including stiffer sanctions? Now look at the USA, because of carless planning, there are more US idiots grabbing at straws, on how to handle a nasty situation that Trump started and not to mention the global chaos being held together in disbelief and false pretense, notions! In Trump’s mind, his track record proves that he is above sanctions and the law, obviously. How can nations, now help the USA, financially speaking? Trump blames years of diplomacy/acts, and has nations looking like begging enemies! Can you ride your bike to work? Oh yes, one more thing: national deficit is still an issue. We better hope and pray that Trump doesn’t get us killed!

-Cliff Tompkins. 4/12/26

Idea of costs in a war with Iran:

Based on reports from April 13, 2026, regarding the U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz, the economic and military costs are significant, with estimates indicating a roughly $435 million daily impact on the Iranian economy and military costs for the U.S. reaching approximately $891 million to $1 billion per day for the broader conflict. 

Daily Economic Cost to Iran (Blockade Effects)

  • Total Economic Hit: A former US Treasury official estimated the blockade costs the Iranian economy approximately $435 million per day.

  • Lost Exports: The blockade results in a loss of about $276 million daily in oil and other exports.

  • Import Disruptions: Import disruptions are estimated at nearly $159 million per day.

  • Monthly Impact: Monthly losses are estimated at around $13 billion. 

Daily Cost to the United States (Military/Conflict Costs)

  • Daily War Cost: The ongoing conflict with Iran, including the naval blockade, is costing the United States an estimated $891 million to $1 billion per day.

  • Operational Costs: Some reports indicate the first week of the conflict cost nearly $6 billion, with some experts suggesting initial costs could reach up to $2 billion per day in early stages before settling closer to $800 million.

  • Carrier Strike Group Costs: Operating a single carrier strike group, such as those used in the blockade, is estimated to cost approximately $6.5 million to $13 million per day in the region. 

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