Iran-Struck U.S. Bases: Washington Negotiates with Allies to Share the Cost

The United States is negotiating with allied countries to help pay for repairs to bases damaged in Kuwait, Bahrain and elsewhere in the Gulf. The Wall Street Journal counted 274 damaged structures across 24 installations; the Pentagon estimates the damage at at least $5 billion, while another assessment puts the potential cost as high as $15 billion. Iranian strikes also damaged Jordan’s Muwaffaq Salti base on July 17, killing three U.S. service members and damaging around 20 buildings. The Pentagon is considering relocating some installations, including potentially leaving Kuwait and Saudi Arabia.