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Trump blames Houthis for oil price surge ahead of US election
Rising global oil prices have emerged as a critical election issue in the United States, with fuel costs straining household budgets. Former president Donald Trump has attributed the price increases to the Iran-backed Houthi militant group.
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Former US President Donald Trump has accused the Houthis of deliberately manipulating oil markets to influence the upcoming American election, suggesting the Yemen-based militant group is seeking to drive up fuel prices ahead of the vote.
The accusation reflects growing concerns among US voters over energy affordability, with surging global oil prices translating into elevated petrol pump costs that have squeezed household finances across the country. Energy prices have become a significant factor shaping voter sentiment as the election approaches.
The Houthis have conducted repeated attacks on commercial shipping vessels in the Red Sea and Arabian Sea, citing support for Palestinians amid the Gaza conflict. These maritime disruptions have contributed to global supply chain complications and upward pressure on oil markets.
Fuel costs and broader inflation concerns have emerged as paramount issues for American households, with voters increasingly focused on how economic conditions affect their daily living expenses. Political candidates have sought to address these affordability concerns as central campaign themes.