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Trump Demands Acceptance of $4 Gas to Stop Iran

8/16/2026

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump told a rally that $4-per-gallon gasoline must be accepted to help stop Iran’s nuclear weapon.
He said he will soon declare the Strait of Hormuz U.S. territory after defeating Iran.
The American Automobile Association said the national average rose to $4.08 per gallon on Friday.
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company reported three vessel attacks in the Strait of Hormuz this week.

History

Historical Context

October 1973 OAPEC, under Saudi King Faisal, cut oil exports to the United States and other Israel supporters, sparking an oil shock. The embargo raised U.S. gasoline prices from 38.5 ¢ to 55.1 ¢—a 43 % jump by June 1974—and prompted Nixon to create the Federal Energy Office. The crisis showed how political use of oil can cause supply disruptions that shape today’s fuel-price debates.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump told a rally that $4-per-gallon gasoline must be accepted to help stop Iran’s nuclear weapon.
He said he will soon declare the Strait of Hormuz U.S. territory after defeating Iran.
The American Automobile Association said the national average rose to $4.08 per gallon on Friday.
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company reported three vessel attacks in the Strait of Hormuz this week.

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