04.06.2026 14:41
The U.S. Department of Defense is facing growing financial pressure due to rising fuel prices and increasing expenditures. The price per barrel for the Pentagon's annual purchase of 80 million barrels of fuel has risen from $154 to $195. This could result in over $1 billion in unplanned additional costs. Officials have reported that travel is being restricted and some units have canceled trips.
The US Department of Defense (Pentagon) is reported to be facing growing financial pressure due to rising fuel prices and expenditures. According to ABC News, citing US officials and documents, the increase in expenses and fuel costs has significantly added to the Pentagon's financial burden.
The documents stated that the average price per barrel the Pentagon paid for fuel rose from $154.14 in October 2025 to $195.72 in April this year.
PENTAGON PURCHASES 80 MILLION BARRELS OF FUEL ANNUALLY
It was noted that the Pentagon buys approximately 80 million barrels of fuel per year, and this increase could create over $1 billion in unplanned additional costs for military vehicle fuel expenses.
Officials reported that due to rising expenditures, travel is subject to stricter oversight, with some units significantly reducing or completely canceling travel.
US MILITARY FACES BUDGET DEFICIT DUE TO RISING EXPENSES
The US military was reported to be facing a budget deficit due to rising costs and preparing to cut training expenses.
It was stated that the military faces a budget deficit of approximately $4 to $6 billion due to a significant expansion of its operational scope both domestically and abroad.