Saudi Oil Crisis Drives Prices Up | Portland Maine News

Saudi Aramco has halted crude shipments to some European refiners after a drone strike crippled a critical pipeline moving seven million barrels daily—forcing the kingdom into a fuel crisis as key shipping routes grow too risky. With gas prices hitting $4.46 and diesel at a record $6.44, inflation is climbing across sectors, and 61% of voters now see soaring fuel costs as a top concern. Lawmakers feel the squeeze too, but with Congress out of session until after elections, relief like a federal gas tax suspension remains out of reach for now. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://fox23maine.com/news/nation-world/more-fuel-price-spikes-expected-as-saudi-pipeline-could-stay-closed-for-month-or-more-strait-hormuz-crude-oil More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/1994f1eafbbd75e1 Report issues to [email protected].