Iran war closes Strait of Hormuz and raises fuel costs (English, Level A1)

There is a war that closed the strait.
The Strait of Hormuz is closed now.
Lots of oil travels through that narrow strait.
Many countries get oil this way each day.
Changes in oil affect fuel prices for people.
Gasoline is more expensive at the pump.
Diesel costs have also gone up.
An expert says the effects are large.
No one knows how long this will last.
People and countries are watching the situation.

Difficult words

strait — A narrow water passage between lands

oil — A dark fuel from the earth or wells

fuel — A material used to make energy or power

gasoline — A liquid fuel used in many cars

diesel — A type of fuel for trucks and some cars

expert — A person with special knowledge or skill

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