Gas prices continue to spike as Middle East strikes disrupt supply

The war in Iran has intensified, significantly impacting global oil markets, particularly through disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical shipping lane. A Thai-flagged ship was hit by a projectile, halting crude oil movement and leading to the International Energy Agency's decision to release 400 million barrels from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve. Meanwhile, U.S. and Iran continue trading strikes, with energy infrastructure being the primary target. Controversies surround President Trump's handling of the war, with Democrats demanding public hearings and reports suggesting outdated intelligence may have led to a tragic U.S. strike on an Iranian elementary school, resulting in over 170 deaths.