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Vance says Trump, US military have prevented ‘energy crisis’ during Iran war
foxnews.com • • general
Key Points:
- Vice President JD Vance stated that the Trump administration is actively applying various forms of pressure—economic, military, diplomatic, and covert—on Iran to stop attacks on commercial shipping in the Middle East, particularly in the Strait of Hormuz.
- Vance credited President Trump's leadership and U.S. military efforts with preventing a global energy crisis despite ongoing Iranian aggression against shipping routes.
- He emphasized that while many tools are available to address the situation, specific strategies will not be disclosed publicly to maintain strategic advantage.
- The average diesel price in the U.S. reached a record $5.85 per gallon amid escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran, with Brent crude oil prices rising above $95 per barrel.
- Gasoline prices across the U.S. also increased to an average of $4.15 per gallon, reflecting the broader impact of geopolitical conflicts on energy markets.
