Pfc. Norton Retzsch was first reported missing in action on July 9, 1943, during the Battle of Enogai on New Georgia in the Solomon Islands.
Khamenei has remained out of view since his selection on Sunday by Iran’s clerical establishment.
“The incident was not due to hostile fire or friendly fire,” the release said, adding that rescue efforts are ongoing.
The figure omitted a range of war-related expenses and is likely to rise.
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