American drivers slammed by rapid spike in petrol prices

Sky News Australia1 hour ago1:59

Petrol prices in the United States have increased by 17 cents over the past week amid instability in the Middle East affecting global energy markets. There are concerns that prices may continue to rise. United Nations US Ambassador Mike Waltz commented on the situation, saying: “We must have free and open commerce, and I expect us and our allies to take decisive action.”