The Iran war could cost the American taxpayer $1 trillion, says Harvard academic

A Harvard academic says the total cost of a settlement could end up far higher than originally promised, as efforts to reach a lasting agreement have so far failed. The piece signals unresolved legal and financial uncertainty, with potential budget implications if the eventual payout rises materially.

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A Harvard academic says the total cost of a settlement could end up far higher than originally promised, as efforts to reach a lasting agreement have so far failed. The piece signals unresolved legal and financial uncertainty, with potential budget implications if the eventual payout rises materially.