Iran has placed the cost of damages from ongoing U.S. and Israeli military actions at approximately $270 billion, according to government spokeswoman Fatemeh Mohajerani. Speaking to Russia’s RIA Novosti on Tuesday, Mohajerani emphasized that war reparations are now a central issue for Tehran’s negotiating team.

She revealed that the demand for reparations had already been raised during recent talks in Islamabad, where Iranian officials pressed for accountability over the destruction of infrastructure, energy facilities, and civilian property. The figure underscores the scale of devastation Iran claims to have suffered since the escalation of hostilities.

The announcement comes amid heightened tensions in the Gulf region, where U.S. forces have imposed a naval blockade on Iranian ports and Israel has intensified strikes on suspected military targets. Analysts note that Iran’s push for reparations reflects both a domestic need to highlight the human and economic toll of the conflict, and a diplomatic strategy to strengthen its bargaining position in peace negotiations.

While the $270 billion estimate has not been independently verified, it adds weight to Iran’s argument that the war has inflicted long‑term damage on its economy. Observers believe the reparations demand could complicate negotiations, as Washington and Tel Aviv are unlikely to accept responsibility for the losses.

As talks are expected to resume in Islamabad later this week, the reparations issue may become a key sticking point. For Iran, securing acknowledgment of the damage is not only about financial compensation but also about asserting sovereignty and legitimacy in the face of external pressure.