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news Al Jazeera 2026-05-12

U.S. Faces Rising Inflation Driven by Iran Conflict and Energy Prices

U.S. consumer prices saw a significant spike in April, largely due to soaring energy costs, with petrol prices increasing by nearly 30 percent year-over-year. The conflict in Iran is identified as a key driver.

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