The Iran war has been “almost over” for a while now, but is it actually almost over? The war in the Middle East has been going on for approximately 2 months. As of May 4th the end does not appear to be in sight. Tensions are continuing to build as the days go in. While many think this war may be nearing it is unclear when the war will officially end. The impacts the war has made have been substantial including.
Fighting in a war is expensive for the country, but it is also very expensive for the consumers.
Throughout the duration of the war prices of many things have gone up. Gas prices have risen over 3.3% making this the biggest jump in nearly four years, according to KSN.com News. Food prices have gone up 2.4%, and cuts have been made to oil usage. Gas prices have been reported to average around $4.47 a gallon.
As of May 1st , the US Navy has a blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, and the status of this strait reopening is still uncertain according to NY.times. However, tracking data has shown that many ships have passed through this strait before it was open and or closed. This blockade cuts off the Iranian supply to oil. The US has asked Iran for a 20 year uranium enrichment. While some agreements have been made, the war is still not close to over.
While many sources say the war could be close to cover, there are many things that need to go right for this war to end. Opening vital passages in the ocean will be the most important. Recent reports state that the Iranian government has been shooting at ships that belong to the US. Until the fighting stops and an agreement is made, many people will continue to suffer from the effects of the war.
