Average U.S. retail gasoline prices crossed $3 a gallon for the first time since November on Monday as the conflict in the Middle East ​worsened, setting up a key test of public approval of President Donald ‌Trump’s decision to attack Iran, analysts said.

Tehran’s retaliation in response to U.S. and Israeli strikes has disrupted global oil supply, as it hit production facilities in neighboring countries and ships in the Strait of Hormuz, ​a key global trade route. Oil prices have surged, with Brent crude rising ​more than 5% to nearly $77 per barrel, and fuel prices moving ⁠up in tandem with the feedstock costs.

  • Tim@lemmy.snowgoons.ro
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    8 days ago

    Don’t forget a UK gallon is about 25% bigger than a US gallon (160fl.oz vs 128fl.oz).

    (Why yes, yes Imperial measurements are fucking ridiculous, thank you for noticing…)

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      8 days ago

      Oops, you’re right, sorry I forgot UK gallons were even a thing because we don’t use them at all, everything is litres except beer and milk :p