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Polymarket Removes Wagers on U.S. Pilot Rescue Mission

Polymarket has ceased making bets on the U.S. service member rescue mission and the fate of a downed F-15 pilot in Iran. The decision follows backlash and criticism regarding the ethical implications of allowing such wagers. According to reports, Polymarket issued an apology for previously permitting bets on these sensitive issues. This move highlights the growing concern about the appropriateness of betting markets on military and humanitarian incidents, potentially impacting public perception and regulatory scrutiny in the prediction market space.