Average U.S. Gas Price Tops $4 Per Gallon, 1st Time Since 2008

The video discusses the hesitance of Western countries to heavily impact the energy industry, highlighting the recent surge in US gas prices, which are the highest since President Obama's election. AAA attributes this to rising crude oil costs. Discussions are underway with European allies about banning Russian oil imports, while ensuring global oil supply. The video also covers political reactions, with US lawmakers supporting a ban on Russian oil imports.

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