How the Iran war and surging oil prices are affecting consumers at the gas pump and beyond

Associated Press (AP)EN 7 min read 100% complete by By CATHY BUSSEWITZ, MAE ANDERSON and CHRIS RUGABERMarch 9, 2026 at 11:23 PM

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Following major attacks on Iran by the U.S. and Israel that escalated into a war in the Middle East, oil prices have surged. The price increase began a week after the initial attacks and shows no signs of slowing down. Consumers in the U.S. are already feeling the effects, with rising gas prices visible at stations in cities like Arlington, Texas, and Portland, Oregon, as of March 8-9, 2026. The higher gas prices are impacting individuals and businesses alike, such as landscapers who rely on gasoline for their tools and vehicles. The conflict in the Middle East is the primary driver behind the increasing cost of oil and gasoline.

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Nate Collins ×230% Portland, Ore. 30% Kroger 30% Shell 40% Arlington, Texas ×550% Middle East 60% Israel 70% United States 70% Iran ×290%

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