On February 28, 2026, the United States and Israel launched an attack on Iran. These countries have had tensions for many years, and the conflict has added to concerns about rising gas prices.
As conflict continues, experts warn that prices may keep rising, impacting everyday life and the global economy. According to Aramco CEO of Saudi Aramco Amin Nasser, “the longer the disruption goes on… the more drastic the consequences for the global economy.”
Gas prices have risen across multiple states over the past two months, according to AAA Fuel Prices. In just one week in March, the cost of a gallon of regular gasoline in Suffolk County increased from from $3.867 on March 24 to $3.893 on March 31 according to data from AAA. In San Francisco, California, prices rose from $5.990 to $6.041 over the same period. Currently Suffolk county gas is averaging $4.539 per gallon.
Image credit: Yara Hernandez Valle/Gas prices from AAA
Oil production in the Middle East plays a major role in global supply and the Strait of Hormuz plays a big role in global trade. Experts are concerned that is the conflict does not end soon and, oil prices will continue to rise, affecting families, businesses, and the global economy. Additionally, around a third of the world’s fertilizers, including urea, potash, ammonia, and phosphates, normally pass through the Hormuz Strait, which can impact farmers and food supplies.
Airlines are also feeling the impact, as jet fuel costs have risen, leading to flight cancellations and delays across the world.
CEO of United Airlines Scott Kirby is looking for plans to resolve these cancellations and delays. Encouraging his employees by saying there is more money today than during COVID.
Many people are beginning to see how rising gas prices can affect their daily lives. When gas prices go up, it’s not just about filling up a car, it also affects how often people go out or even go to work.
As debates continue over how the United States should respond, rising costs are a concern for many families. Renata Reyes, a senior from Hampton Bays High School, said, “My parents and I have noticed that prices keep going up, but we don’t really have a choice – we still have to buy groceries and go to work.”
