US gas prices are hitting record levels due to a combination of Russia's war in Ukraine, supply chain snarls linked to China’s zero-COVID policy, and high demand coupled with low supply. Americans are not amused, and some are directing their anger at President Joe Biden, who's pulling every trick in the book to try to bring down oil prices. The thing is, crude is not the only thing you pay for at the pump. We take a look at the breakdown.
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After Israel’s decisive victory in Iran, Tom Friedman explains why Netanyahu’s political future may hinge more on Gaza than Tehran.
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It’s been just over a week since US President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire between Israel and Iran, but the next challenge for all three leaders involved in the conflict is on the domestic front.