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Gas Prices Spike Amid Iran Conflict, Relief Expected Soon
3/15/2026
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- Energy Secretary Chris Wright said gas prices, averaging $3.70 per gallon, are a short-term disruption tied to the U.S. conflict with Iran.
- Prices could stay high for several weeks but may fall after military actions against Iran's capabilities are completed.
- Wright said the destruction of Iran's military assets is progressing and could be resolved in four to six weeks.
