Oil prices on the rise as conflicts in Iran continue
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As the ceasefire deal between the U.S. and Iran remains shaky, oil prices are back on the rise as the Strait of Hormuz has been a pinnacle for conflict. 

Persian Gulf tensions drive Bay Area gas prices higher

While global crude oil prices have fluctuated since the conflict began in February, experts warn that the upcoming depletion of emergency petroleum reserves could keep prices elevated.

Democrats block $1 trillion annual defense bill: Here's what they say

Democrats say they will not vote to fund the Pentagon unless Congress imposes restrictions on President Trump’s war against Iran.

US expands offensive with daytime strikes against Iran

The U.S. military launched another wave of strikes against Iran on Tuesday, continuing operations that resumed the previous evening. The daytime attacks marked an escalation in the campaign aimed at limiting Iran's ability to disrupt commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.

Pentagon’s official tally of US deaths in Iran war climbs to 14 after Navy pilot dies

The death of a U.S. Navy pilot in a helicopter crash earlier this month in the Arabian Sea has brought the U.S. military’s official tally of deaths in the Iran war to 14, with the Pentagon classifying it as a non-hostile death. 

Trump notifies Congress the Iran war has resumed

President Donald Trump sent a letter to Congress, officially notifying them that hostilities against Iran have begun again. 

U.S. Central Command launches waves of strikes on Iran
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The U.S. and Iran continue to trade strikes, clashing over control of the Strait of Hormuz. The U.S. Central Command has now targeted dozens of Iranian sites, killing at least one person.

Trump: US reinstating blockade at the Strait of Hormuz

President Trump posted to Truth Social, stating the U.S. is reinstating the blockade at the Strait of Hormuz. 

Iran closes Strait of Hormuz again as US launches new strikes, tensions threaten ceasefire

Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz closed again after a vessel traveling what it called an "unauthorized route" was met with a warning shot, escalating tensions and further undermining the fragile ceasefire with the United States.

Trump agrees to continue Iran talks, but reiterates 'cease fire is over'

President Trump took to social media Friday morning, saying the United States has agreed to resume "talks" with Iran, but continued to express that the ceasefire between the two nations is over.  

Renewed US-Iran strikes threaten fragile ceasefire

United States military forces launched a new round of strikes against Iran on Thursday, with Iran responding by targeting U.S. allies in the region. 

Trump says Iran ceasefire is 'over;' US strikes Iran for 2nd time

Renewed fighting between the United States and Iran has raised questions about whether the two sides will resume all out war. 

Tehran targets Bahrain and Kuwait after US strikes and limits Iran's oil sales over ship attacks

The U.S. military attacked Iran early Wednesday after it said Tehran struck three ships in the Strait of Hormuz, part of an American effort that also revoked the Islamic Republic's ability to openly sell crude oil in the world market. Iran retaliated with strikes targeting Bahrain and Kuwait.  

NATO summit begins
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This week NATO allies are expected to discuss Trump’s demand that members increase their defense spending, the organization’s support for Ukraine against Russia, and the U.S. war with Iran. Todd Belt, director of the political management program a George Washington University, gives insight.

Trump calls for investigation into gas price gouging

President Donald Trump is accusing major oil companies of failing to pass along falling crude oil prices to consumers, suggesting motorists are being overcharged at the pump. 

US military seeks another $80B to cover costs of Iran conflict

The Department of Defense is preparing to seek an additional $80 billion to cover costs from the U.S. war against Iran, according to senators briefed on the matter. 

Poll reveals how public support for Iran war compares to other US conflicts

A new Gallup poll found U.S. military action against Iran received lower public approval than most major military operations since the 1980s.

California gas prices drop amid Iran deal, but experts warn relief may be temporary

California's average price for a gallon of regular gasoline has dropped 16 cents over the past week to $5.64, marking nearly four weeks of consecutive declines.

Gas prices finally dip for the first time since March
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For the first time in months, drivers are seeing some welcome relief at the pump. The national average price for gasoline has slipped below four dollars a gallon. Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis, at GasBuddy, gives insight.