https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/gas-prices-in-u-s-hit-record-labor-day-high-thanks-to-iran-war-and-refinery-issuesContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/gas-prices-in-u-s-hit-record-labor-day-high-thanks-to-iran-war-and-refinery-issueshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/gas-prices-in-u-s-hit-record-labor-day-high-thanks-to-iran-war-and-refinery-issues#u63168Wed, 09 Sep 2026 21:52:50 +0000Gasoline prices in the United States reached a record high for the Labor Day weekend, with prices exceeding $4 per gallon. This surge is attributed to refinery issues and the ongoing war with Iran. Oil prices have surpassed $100 per barrel for the first time since July following attacks on ships and oil facilities in the Middle East. Market analysts suggest high costs will likely persist through the fall, while specific regions like San Diego County also reported record-setting prices for the holiday period.Why it mattersGlobal oil supply chains were already weakened before the latest wave of