From the Iran war to the US petrol pumps

AFP / France 24
by Guillaume MERCIER
March 29, 2026
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Partial closure of Strait of Hormuz in Iran war drives global oil prices up, affecting businesses and citizens worldwide.

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Higher oil prices from the Strait of Hormuz closure increase gas and transportation costs for American consumers and businesses.

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A month into the war in Iran, the partial closure of the Strait of Hormuz is driving up global oil prices and rippling through the world economy. The strategic waterway, one of the world's most critical shipping routes for petroleum, has become a flashpoint in the conflict, disrupting energy supplies and raising costs for businesses and consumers worldwide. Business owner John Catsimatidis discusses the economic fallout with France 24 correspondent Gavin Lee. The disruption underscores how regional conflicts can quickly destabilize global trade and energy markets, with immediate consequences for everything from manufacturing to consumer prices.

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