The United States Central Command convened a gathering of senior commanders during a gathering in Germany. The attendees included the chiefs of staff of Israel and seven Arab states. The talks centered on the ongoing war with Iran. A congressional report estimates the conflict cost the Pentagon 38 billion dollars and strained missile stockpiles. The assessment says the war has depleted U.S. missile reserves. The conference gave senior officers from all eight countries an opportunity to discuss the war and coordinate next steps.