Tasnim reporter suggests there are rumours that Iran has captured a US pilot after ejecting from a jet. Tasnim adds that more information will be announced "later"

This development suggests a significant escalation in tensions between the U.S.

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  • Full, translated post: "According to some information, after the destruction of the advanced American fighter by the Revolutionary Guards that took place this morning, the pilot of this fighter ejected and landed inside the country. " and "It has been heard that the Americans were trying to get their pilot out of the border of Iran with the possibility that he was alive, but some sources say that the pilot was probably captured by Iranian forces."
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and Iran, potentially influencing risk sentiment across asset classes. If confirmed, the situation could affect the price of oil and gold as investors seek safe havens, and it may lead to heightened volatility in the FX markets, especially for the USD and JPY. Traders should monitor this closely for further developments, as it could indicate a durable shift in the geopolitical landscape.

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