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US-Iran war hits seven months, fueling gas and airfare costs

Original: As U.S.-Iran war hits 7-month mark, rising gas and airfare costs squeeze Americans’ wallets

The conflict between the United States and Iran has now lasted seven months, and Americans are feeling it at home. Gasoline prices and airfares have climbed steadily as the war disrupts oil shipments and flight routes across the Middle East, squeezing household budgets and adding to inflation worries. Commentators are increasingly focused on how a distant military conflict is translating into concrete costs for everyday consumers.

Why now: The war's seven-month milestone coincides with visible price increases at the pump and for flights, making the conflict's economic impact a hot topic

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