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Petrol and diesel price rises push UK inflation higher
Summer holidays and disruption to global oil supplies by the Middle East conflict stoked price growth.
September 16, 2026Petrol prices rise by 5p over a week as Iran war sends oil higher
A litre of unleaded now costs 167.17p which is the biggest weekly increase since April, data shows.
September 9, 2026Almost £200,000 of fuel stolen from UK forecourts every day since Iran war began
Incidents of fuel being taken without payment have risen by a fifth in five months, according to industry analysis.
August 3, 2026What is happening to UK prices?
UK inflation dropped slightly in June 2026, but higher energy costs are expected to push it back up.
July 22, 2026US to probe petrol price gouging claims, Trump says
The president's remarks come as global oil prices have fallen but remain higher than before the US-Israel war with Iran.
June 24, 2026Inflation unexpectedly steady as food price rises slow
Higher petrol prices were offset by slower price rises for meat, dairy and vegetables, according to the ONS.
June 17, 2026Walmart warns US shoppers are cutting spending as higher petrol prices bite
The retail giant said it expects customers to cut back in the coming months due to higher pump prices.
May 21, 2026Europe EV sales leap as Iran war pushes up petrol pump prices - Reuters
Europe EV sales leap as Iran war pushes up petrol pump prices Reuters
May 20, 2026Pakistan says 11 citizens, 20 Iranian nationals being repatriated from vessels seized by US - Reuters
Pakistan says 11 citizens, 20 Iranian nationals being repatriated from vessels seized by US Reuters
May 15, 2026Iran offers Strait deal; Trump dissatisfied but prefers non-military path - Reuters
Iran offers Strait deal; Trump dissatisfied but prefers non-military path Reuters
May 2, 2026Petrol thefts surge as Iran war pushes up fuel costs
Petrol thefts are up by around 62% compared to last year.
April 23, 2026UK borrowing lowest for three years but Iran war clouds outlook
The improvement in government finances is unlikely to last, analysts say, with the impact of the Iran way yet to hit.
April 23, 2026Surging petrol prices drive record EV sales in Europe in March - Reuters
Surging petrol prices drive record EV sales in Europe in March Reuters
April 13, 2026Petrol and diesel prices rise again as concerns grow over ceasefire
Motoring groups have warned drivers not to expect a significant drop in costs soon.
April 9, 2026'Something needs to be done' - Americans struggle as petrol prices surge
The average price at the pump has topped $4 in the US for the first time since 2022 as the Iran war continues to push up fuel prices.
March 31, 2026Oil hits $100 a barrel despite deal to release record amount of reserves
It comes as Iranian attacks on ships intensify in the crucial Strait of Hormuz waterway.
March 12, 2026How worried are Americans about rising petrol prices?
The BBC spoke to New Yorkers about how the conflict in Iran is driving up prices at the pump - and how it's impacting their wallets.
March 10, 2026How the Iran war may affect your bills and finances
The conflict in the Middle East could raise the cost of petrol, household energy bills and even food.
March 9, 2026