Gasoline prices in the United States rise above $4.50 per gallon for the first time since July 2022, according to market and price data cited by Bloomberg and CBS News. The increases reflect mounting pressure on fuel supplies linked to an ongoing conflict in the Middle East, with Bloomberg describing an “Iran fuel crunch” that contributes to tighter conditions for drivers. CBS News reports that gasoline prices are now about 52% higher than they were before the Iran war began, based on tracking data. It says drivers are paying roughly $1.56 more per gallon than before the conflict. Together, the reports characterize the latest move as part of a broader upward trend in pump prices, with the current level nearing recent highs for the period since 2022. Both outlets focus on consumer impact at the pump and the role of international supply constraints in sustaining higher gasoline costs.