US Average Gasoline Price Hits $4 Per Gallon Amid Middle East Tensions

Average gasoline prices across the United States have climbed back to $4 per gallon, driven by escalating tensions in the Middle East. The unrest has pushed crude oil prices higher, sending ripple effects through global fuel markets. Drivers in certain states had already been paying above $4 per gallon for some time before the national average caught up. The surge in fuel costs is expected to raise prices for everyday goods, including groceries. The issue is also drawing political attention, with voter sentiment around energy costs becoming a concern ahead of elections.