Nostradamus' centuries-old predictions are coming back into focus as followers of the mysterious astrologer say some of his prophecies appear to be coming true in 2026.
Born Michel de Nostredame, the 16th-century astrologer is believed by some to have predicted major world events, including the September 11 attacks and the death of Princess Diana, in his 1555 book "Les Propheties."
The scriptures do not give exact dates, but believers say some of its enigmatic passages could be linked to events taking place this year, from escalating global conflicts to political unrest.
One passage, labeled Quatrain I:26, reads: “The great kingdom of bees will rise… in the night they lie in wait…”, which some have interpreted as referring to the use of combat drones by the US and Iran.
Another prediction warns of a long conflict: “Seven months of great war, men dead from evil / Rouen, Evreux, the King will not fail.” Believers connect this to a warning about the possible duration of conflicts in the Middle East.
Another prediction says: "When Mars rules his path among the stars, the blood of men will sprinkle the sanctuary. Three fires rise from the east, while the West loses its light in silence."
Since Mars was the Roman god of war, some interpretations connect this passage to the possibility of a year marked by violent global conflict. While scholars often argue that the passage refers to medieval wars or symbolic figures, modern interpretations connect it to the drone guard and their coordinated attacks at night.
Drone warfare has become a major feature of modern conflicts, especially in the Middle East and Eastern Europe. Both Iran and the United States have invested heavily in drone technology, which can now carry out surveillance, targeted attacks, and coordinated mass attacks.
Some followers of Nostradamus say the image of "bees" emerging at night could metaphorically describe the sound and sight of drones moving toward targets. Others focus on the warning of a "great seven-month war," which could point to a prolonged regional conflict, not a short military campaign.
Although historians warn that Nostradamus' quatrains are intentionally inaccurate and open to interpretation, his writings often return in times of global crisis.
The astrologer, who died in 1566, wrote nearly 1,000 prophetic poems in “Les Propheties,” most of which describe disasters, wars, and political upheavals. Because the verses are enigmatic, mixing French, Latin, and symbolic language, they can be interpreted in different ways.
As a result, major world events often spark renewed interest in his writings. From wars and economic crises to pandemics and political upheavals, believers constantly look to Nostradamus' centuries-old verses for messages to understand what might happen next.
And as tensions between the US and Iran continue to escalate, some prophecy enthusiasts believe the 16th-century astrologer's dark warnings are coming true again in real time. /GazetaExpress/
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