Gas prices at highest level since Iran war began

Gas prices have surged to their highest level since the start of the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has the details.

• Apr 28

Gas prices jump to their highest level since start of Iran war

The average cost of a gallon of gasoline hit $4.18​ on Tuesday, up $1.20 since the conflict in the Middle East started on Feb. 28.

• Apr 28

What led Spirit Airlines to seek federal bailout?

Should the federal government bail out Spirit Airlines? CBS News travel editor Peter Greenberg joins "The Takeout" to take a closer look at the debate and the other possible headaches travelers could face this summer.

• Apr 23

Ex-Trump adviser on Spirit Airlines bailout talks

Sources tell CBS News the Trump administration is discussing a bailout for Spirit Airlines that could include a loan of up to $500 million. Former Trump economic adviser Stephen Moore joins "The Takeout" with his perspective.

• Apr 23

Chevron CEO expects aviation disruptions amid war

The war with Iran is disrupting global oil and gas supplies, sending prices skyrocketing. CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent and "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan spoke with Chevron CEO Mike Wirth about the economic impact.

• Apr 23

Trump warns "clock is ticking" for Iran

President Trump said on social media Thursday he had ordered the Navy to "shoot and kill any boat" putting mines in the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump also said Thursday that "the clock is ticking" for Iran. CBS News political reporter Zak Hudak has more.

• Apr 23

Trump: "Not under any pressure" to end Iran war

Speaking to reporters at the Oval Office on Thursday, President Trump denied that he's under pressure to end the war with Iran, and said it is instead Tehran that is facing a time crunch to stop the conflict.

• Apr 23

Chart shows what you're paying for when you buy a gallon of gas

U.S. gas prices are surging as the Iran war drives up the global cost of oil. But what exactly accounts for what you pay at the pump?

• Apr 21

Iran conflict causes travel uncertainty

Jacqui Gifford, the editor-in-chief for Travel + Leisure, breaks down how the Iran war is impacting travel and how to get the best bang for your buck on your summer vacations.

• Apr 21

Poll: 65% of U.S. blames Trump for gas prices

A new Quinnipac poll shows a large majority of Americans are blaming President Trump for rising gas prices. Political strategists Chuck Rocha and Erin Maguire join with analysis.

• Apr 20

Future of Iran ceasefire murky as deadline nears

As President Trump toggles between optimism and pessimism on a deal with Iran, sometimes in the same hour, the Strait of Hormuz remains closed. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata, Ed O'Keefe and Aaron MacLean have the latest on the state of the war.

• Apr 20

How to save money on summer travel amid Iran war

The Iran war's impact on jet fuel is making it difficult to plan summer travel, as airlines struggle with supply shortages and rising costs. Clint Henderson, managing editor at The Points Guy, joins CBS News with tips to get the best deal.

• Apr 20

Latest news on Iran as ceasefire nears end

Charlie D'Agata, Olivia Rinaldi and Lana Zak report on the current state of Iran war, what we know about peace talks and how the conflict is spiking fuel prices here at home.

• Apr 19

Farmers facing harsh fuel prices amid Iran war

Energy Secretary Chris Wright said Sunday that gas prices pumped up by the war may not drop below $3 per gallon until next year. Nearly two months into the war, a gallon of regular averages $4.05 and diesel prices average $5.61 a gallon. Lana Zak spoke with farmers in Iowa about how they're dealing with those costs.

• Apr 19

Democratic, GOP strategists on Strait of Hormuz

President Trump and Iran proclaimed on Friday that the Strait of Hormuz is open. Political strategists Hannah Muldavin and Kevin Sheridan join "The Takeout" with analysis.

• Apr 17

Strait of Hormuz optimism drives markets higher

The announcements from President Trump and Iran that the Strait of Hormuz is open sent oil prices plunging and stocks soaring on Friday. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has more.

• Apr 17

Gas prices show signs of dropping

After weeks of enduring high gas prices, drivers appear to be seeing some relief at the pump. Patrick De Haan, the head of petroleum analysis for GasBuddy, joins "The Daily Report" with more.

• Apr 16

Next stage of Iran war remains unclear

President Trump on Wednesday said the war with Iran could be over soon, repeating a refrain he's made several times in the past few weeks. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has the latest.

• Apr 15

What led Trump to order Strait of Hormuz blockade?

President Trump's naval blockade of Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz is further raising tensions with Iran's regime. Ian Bremmer, president and founder of the Eurasia Group, joins with analysis.

• Apr 13

U.S. imposes blockade in Strait of Hormuz

The U.S. military is officially blocking off Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz after a 21-hour marathon negotiation in Pakistan over the weekend failed to result in a peace deal. CBS News' Eleanor Watson and Fin Gómez have the latest.

• Apr 13

Breaking down U.S. blockade strategy

The U.S. Navy is now monitoring traffic in the Strait of Hormuz in a bid to deprive Iran of revenue and drive it back to the negotiating table. CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean examines the strategy behind the blockade. Then, former U.S. Ambassador to China Nicholas Burns joins with analysis.

• Apr 13

Poll shows Americans worried about Iran war

New CBS News polling finds many Americans are worried about the Iran war and are skeptical that the U.S. is meeting its goals. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto breaks down the findings.

• Apr 13

How will U.S. blockade in Strait of Hormuz work?

President Trump says the U.S. military blockade of Iran's ports and the partial blockade of the Strait of Hormuz are underway. Dr. Sumantra Maitra, fellow at the Royal Historical Society, joins CBS News with analysis.

• Apr 13

Oil prices jump as tensions in Gulf ramp up

Neil Irwin, chief economic correspondent at Axios, joins CBS News 24/7 to break down the jump in oil prices after President Trump announced the U.S. would blockade Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz.

• Apr 13

New poll on Trump's handling of the economy

A recent CBS News poll shows Americans are reacting negatively to the U.S. economy and how President Trump is handling certain key issues. Political strategists Hyma Moore and Kevin Sheridan join CBS News with their take on the data.

• Apr 13

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