Virginia households have paid $573 more for gas since the U.S.–Iran war began in late February, a recent congressional report found, placing them among the citizens who have experienced the highest fuel costs jump in the nation.
The war involving the U.S., Israel, and Iran has disrupted energy markets and oil shipments, especially through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route for global oil exports. That disruption has contributed to higher oil prices and increased costs for goods and transportation for consumers and businesses.
According to the report, Virginians have paid $1.8 billion more for gas since February.
“Because of the president’s war of choice, Virginians are facing higher gas, utility, and grocery costs,” U.S. Sens. Tim Kaine and Mark Warner said in a July 14 statement. “Instead of ending this war and finally easing the burden that he has placed on American families, Trump is calling off the ceasefire, trading airstrikes with Iran, and blockading the Strait of Hormuz.”
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