Gas prices across America have surged since a U.S. airstrike on Iran earlier this month. But California faces a uniquely acute crisis: the state imports more than 60% of its crude oil by tanker, with no pipeline access from other states.

With pre-existing taxes and environmental regulations, prices have surged to an average approaching $6 for a gallon of regular gas.

CGTN's Ediz Tiyansan reports.

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