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Briefing: Gasoline prices are still rising as the Iran war stretches into its third week

Strategic angle: U.S. gasoline prices have surged nearly 80 cents in a month, with diesel prices climbing even higher.

Editorial Staff · 2026-03-16 · 1 MIN READ

Gasoline prices are up nearly 80 cents from a month ago.

Diesel prices have increased by $1.34, now just under $5 a gallon.

The rise in fuel prices is linked to the ongoing conflict in Iran.