Minnesota Sees Gasoline Prices Slide As Tensions Ease

UNDATED (WJON News) -- Average gasoline prices in Minnesota have fallen 9.8 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.60.

The national average price of gasoline has fallen 6.9 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.78.

The national average price of diesel has decreased 11.4 cents compared to a week ago and stands at $4.87 per gallon.

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Gas Buddy says the declines came despite a turbulent week, as fresh attacks were traded between the U.S. and Iran before both sides agreed to halt hostilities just in time on Sunday, preventing what could have been a significant spike in oil prices.  For now, Gas Buddy anticipates the national average will continue to drift lower this week.