Overview
- AAA reports a sharp statewide increase since late-February strikes, with the Phoenix-area average around $4.07 and pumps commonly seen at $3.99 to $4.15.
- Market data show crude closed above $90 per barrel Friday, while AAA notes seasonal summer-blend fuel and West Coast refinery shutdowns are compounding the spike.
- Drivers and small businesses describe rising operating costs, with a Phoenix food-truck owner citing higher fuel needs and ingredient prices.
- U.S. Central Command says a service member died from injuries sustained in an Iranian attack on troops in Saudi Arabia, bringing the U.S. toll in the conflict to seven.
- Phoenix police are investigating a pre-dawn paintball or pellet attack targeting a mosque, with vehicles struck and the suspect still sought.