Iran War Drains Israel’s Economy: $200M Spent Daily: WSJ
Daily Military Expenditures Exceed Hundreds of Millions as Interception and Airstrike Costs Mount
Iran, PUREWILAYAH.COM - According to a report published by The Wall Street Journal on Friday, “Israel” is under mounting economic strain due to its ongoing military confrontation with the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Experts estimate that the daily cost of war operations is draining the Zionist economy by hundreds of millions of dollars.
The report raises serious doubts about “Israel’s” capacity to sustain a prolonged offensive, particularly given the scale and frequency of Iran’s missile responses.
Missile Defense Systems Driving Up Costs
One of the central financial burdens is the deployment of advanced missile defense systems used to repel Iranian missile barrages. Experts cited by WSJ note that the cost of launching interceptor missiles alone may reach up to $200 million per day.
Key systems in use include:
David’s Sling: ~$700,000 per interceptor
Arrow 2: ~$3 million per launch
Arrow 3: Up to $4 million per launch
With Iran having fired over 400 missiles in recent days, the cost of neutralizing even a portion of those threats has proven astronomically expensive.
Reconstruction and Operational Costs
Beyond defensive systems, Iranian missile strikes have caused extensive damage to “Israeli” infrastructure, with initial reconstruction estimates exceeding $400 million.
In parallel, “Israel’s” own offensive operations add heavily to the financial toll. Operating F-35 fighter jets for long-range missions targeting Iranian territory (over 1,600 km away) costs approximately $10,000 per hour per jet, according to defense analyst Yehoshua Kalisky.
Additional expenses include:
Fuel and maintenance for aerial fleets
Precision-guided munitions
Logistics and command operations
Emergency infrastructure response
Duration May Decide the Outcome
While Zionist officials claim the war effort may last two weeks, Prime Minister Netanyahu has shown no willingness to halt operations until key objectives are met — including the dismantling of Iran’s defensive capabilities and its peaceful, IAEA-monitored nuclear program.
However, economic realities may force a reassessment. Karnit Flug, former governor of the Bank of “Israel,” told WSJ:
“The main factor which will really determine the cost of the war will be the duration. If it is a week, it is one thing. If it is two weeks or a month, it is a very different story.”
As Iran continues to display formidable missile capabilities, the true price of war—both militarily and economically—is becoming increasingly clear for the Zionist regime. (PW)