Edward Jones breaks down how Middle East conflict hits home at the gas pump. Jones details how rising kitchen-table expenses—including record-high $6.40/gallon diesel—are tied directly to overseas turmoil. The discussion delves into critical maritime chokepoints termed "the two throats"—the Strait of Hormuz and Bab-el-Mandeb—and how Houthi strikes on Saudi oil infrastructure give Iran strategic leverage while straining U.S. defensive resources. 
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