Six charts explain how 6 months of war in Iran has affected you

Key Points:

• The U.S.-Israel military conflict with Iran, initially expected to last "four to five weeks," has extended to six months, shifting focus to control over the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial oil shipping route.
• The war has led to increased food prices due to higher fertilizer and transportation costs, as about one-third of global seaborne fertilizer trade passes through the Strait of Hormuz, now disrupted.
• Gasoline and jet fuel prices have risen, driven by reduced oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz and threats to other key routes like the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, causing higher costs for driving and air travel.
• The conflict has negatively impacted U.S. consumer confidence, with the consumer sentiment index dropping 7.6% in August, reflecting worries over sustained high gas prices and inflation fears affecting purchasing power.
• The U.S. administration has imposed new sanctions on Iran and its allies while keeping military options open, but the ongoing war has also hurt President Trump's approval ratings and raised concerns about the U.S. economy.