US official says they are searching for the crew of the downed F-15 fighter jet

The announcement about the downed F-15 fighter jet and the ongoing search for the crew indicates potential escalation in military tensions, which could lead to a reassessment of geopolitical risks by investors.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 3 Apr 2026, 14:34 UTCOn the live feed at 14:14 UTC — 2 more headlines followed before this page went public

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Russian Energy Ministry says there is no reason to ban diesel fuel exports and adds that production and stocks are sufficient, via RIA

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Emirates Global Aluminium says it sustained significant damage due to the Iranian missile and drone attacks at the Khalifa Economic Zone, facilities have entered an emergency shutdown and could take up to 12 months to restore

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US official says they are searching for the crew of the downed F-15 fighter jet

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Democratic senators are urging President Trump to ban imports of Chinese vehicles manufactured in Mexico or Canada, according to a letter

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Markets may react by favoring safe-haven assets like gold or USD, and any implication of increased military engagement could also affect defense stocks. Overall, this may contribute to a more cautious risk sentiment across equities.

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