Event Brief
No gas price relief in sight as Strait of Hormuz stands still
Filed: May 01, 2026 at 7:03 AM ET
Summary: Gas and oil prices remain high as the Strait of Hormuz situation continues without relief.
WHO: President Trump
WHAT: President Trump said prices will drop after the war with Iran ends, but prices are currently back near Ukraine-war levels.
WHEN: Apr 30, 2026 at 7:39 PM ET
WHERE: Los Angeles
WHY: No specific cause was reported.
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