On Tuesday evening, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a resolution for the third time aimed at ending the war with Iran. In this context, seven Republican representatives joined Democrats in support of this measure, indicating a rare consensus in this body. At the same time, Thomas Massie, a Republican representative, called for the impeachment of Pete Hegseth, the U.S. Secretary of Defense.
Rising Costs of War and Pressure on U.S. Military Reserves
This development occurs as U.S. media focus on the rising costs of the war and pressure on missile defense reserves. Estimates indicate that U.S. military expenses have reached $38 billion by August 1, which has severely impacted the country's ability to supply munitions and military equipment.
Meanwhile, the advance of Iran-backed Houthis at the entrance of the Red Sea is seen as a new leverage to threaten trade and energy routes. These developments could increase economic pressures on the U.S. and its allies and lead to the capture of key areas in the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait.
Simultaneous Threats to the Strait of Hormuz and Bab-el-Mandeb
Denis Citrinovich, a researcher at the Institute for National Security Studies in Israel, has assessed this advance as a strategic achievement for Iran and the Houthis. The simultaneous threats to the Strait of Hormuz and Bab-el-Mandeb could raise the costs of countering Tehran for the U.S. and its allies.
This situation has placed Saudi Arabia at the center of pressure, and attacks on the critical infrastructure of this country, including the East-West pipeline, could reveal its vulnerability to further threats. Given that up to seven million barrels of oil are transported through this pipeline daily, disruptions could have serious consequences for the global oil market.
In this context, the U.S. is also facing serious challenges in securing its military reserves. Reports indicate that the consumption of interceptor missiles has significantly increased, raising concerns about the country's readiness to confront potential threats from China and Russia.
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