The average cost of a litre of petrol in the UK has climbed to 151p, marking a renewed increase driven by escalating tensions in the Middle East.
The AA, the country’s leading motoring organization, reported that prices have ticked up from 150.7p a week earlier, while average diesel prices now stand at 164.9p per litre.
This latest rise signals that the premium on crude oil is filtering through to retail fuel markets, adding to cost pressures for households and logistics operators during the summer travel season.
The price movement reflects broader market repricing of supply risk.
Brent crude has faced upward pressure as traders assess the potential for disruptions to key shipping routes and production facilities in the region.
The conflict has intensified concerns over jet fuel supplies, with oil executives warning of potential shortages in key markets.