Fuel Prices Soar as Middle East Conflict Escalates, and Black Sea Attacks Threaten Food Supply

UK drivers are feeling the pinch as petrol prices hit 163p per litre — the highest since the Iran war began in February. The surge is driven by renewed fighting between the US and Iran, which has sent Brent crude back above $90 a barrel after a brief dip during failed peace talks. With every $10 increase in oil adding roughly 7p to pump prices, the RAC warns costs will "almost certainly" climb further.

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