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Last mentioned: Mar 5, 2026

Timeline

  1. Retail Price Peak

    US national average gas price officially hits $3.25 per gallon.

  2. Crude Market Reaction

    WTI and Brent crude futures spike on fears of supply chain disruptions.

  3. US Strikes Begin

    The Pentagon confirms targeted strikes against Iranian military infrastructure.

  4. Conflict Escalation

    Initial reports of increased military tension between US and Iranian forces.

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US Gas Prices Hit $3.25 as Iran Conflict Escalates Geopolitical Risk

The US national average for gasoline has climbed to $3.25 per gallon as ongoing military strikes against Iran inject a significant risk premium into energy markets. This surge reflects growing fears of supply disruptions in the Middle East and poses a new challenge to domestic inflation targets.

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