Iran war's energy impact forces world to pay up, cut consumption - Reuters
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"It’s pretty hard. I mean, times are tough for everybody right now."
— Amanda Acosta , Other
"I would love to see the war end."
— Thelma Williams , Other
"It sucks when you’re filling up."
— Dan Bradley , Other
"It’s kind of a good sign for us in west Texas."
— Clay Plant , Other
Key People
Amanda Acosta is a Louisiana resident affected by rising gas prices.
Clay Plant is a Texas resident optimistic about the local economy due to rising oil costs.
Dan Bradley is a flatbed truck driver from Pennsylvania dealing with rising fuel prices.
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Thelma Williams is a veteran from Mississippi experiencing high fuel costs.
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U.S. gas prices have surged to their highest levels since September 2023, driven by the ongoing Iran war, which continues to disrupt global oil supply chains.
International Energy Agency chief Fatih Birol has labeled the current Middle East conflict and the resulting closure of the Strait of Hormuz as the 'greatest global energy security threat in history.'
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