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Diesel Surge Drives Up Everything | Lafayette Louisiana News
Diesel prices are hitting record highs across the U.S., soaring to $6.05 a gallon — up 63% from last year and 14% in just one month. This spike isn’t just hurting your tank; it’s triggering higher costs for everything you buy, as diesel powers the trucks that deliver groceries, electronics, and more. Globally, tensions flare: Ukraine strikes Russian oil refineries, Russia retaliates with energy infrastructure attacks, and the Strait of Hormuz faces restricted traffic amid U.S.-Iran clashes. Brent crude surged past $100 per barrel, and while prices may dip after elections or conflict eases…
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