The world is in a state of deep chaos, with once-in-decades events unfolding frequently. Potential fuel was always going to be added — and starting from January 16th, the energy transition effects became palpable.
Mars entered Capricorn on January 16, 2026, and will remain there until February 23, 2026. Mars is exalted in Capricorn — it is furious, direct, and ready to take things head-on. Historical precedents are striking: Mars entered Capricorn on February 26, 2022, and Russia invaded Ukraine on February 24, 2022. It entered on February 5, 2024, and the Gaza conflict intensified dramatically by February 29.
What Mars in Capricorn Tends to Yield
This transit has historically been associated with assassinations of political figures, terrorist attacks, high gun violence, and mass casualties from road accidents and accidents generally. A large number of such incidents can be corroborated across the historical dates.
The Secondary Effect — Mars–Sun Conjunction. Mars and the Sun would conjunct in Capricorn for approximately a full month. This long conjunction occurs in a cycle of roughly 15–16 years. The last time was in 2011 — and it yielded the Arab Springs: violent uprisings against governments across the Arab world.
The total stretch through February 23 could really accelerate global instability and even ignite fresh breakouts. Already-fragile conflicts — Russia/Ukraine, Israel/Gaza, USA/Iran, India/Pakistan — could each reach turning points.
What Caution Can Individuals Take
- Avoid overspeeding and reckless travel
- Avoid getting into unnecessary conflicts or confrontations
- Keep yourself calm — aggression can yield undesirable results for all parties
P.S. — Mars entered Capricorn on January 12, 1979. Shah fled Iran on January 16, 1979. China invaded Vietnam on February 17, 1979.
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