¿Estamos al Borde de Una Tercera Guerra Mundial? Análisis

Are we on the brink of a third world war? Analysis

October 7, 2024

At this time (October 2024), tensions between Israel, Iran, and Iranian-backed groups such as Hezbollah have reached a critical point . After Iran launched the largest missile attack on Israel in retaliation for the deaths of senior Hezbollah and Hamas leaders, the situation has rapidly escalated . Israel has responded with large-scale bombings in southern Beirut and mobilized troops for ground operations in Lebanon. The violence has left thousands dead, and fears of a full-scale war have shaken the international community. The United States, for its part, has shown support...

At this time (October 2024), tensions between Israel, Iran, and Iranian-backed groups such as Hezbollah have reached a critical point . After Iran launched the largest missile attack on Israel in retaliation for the deaths of senior Hezbollah and Hamas leaders, the situation has rapidly escalated . Israel has responded with large-scale bombings in southern Beirut and mobilized troops for ground operations in Lebanon. The violence has left thousands dead, and fears of a full-scale war have shaken the international community. The United States, for its part, has shown support for Israel, although it has so far avoided backing direct attacks on Iran’s nuclear facilities.

This escalation of violence is reminiscent of the events that sparked World War I in 1914 , when the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand led to a series of alliances and retaliations that plunged Europe into global conflict. Today, once again, the world is watching as tensions in the Middle East escalate between regional powers with support from international actors , raising the disturbing question: Are we on the brink of World War III?

Time is cyclical. Perhaps the events do not repeat themselves exactly, but their themes, archetypes and impact on society do. Below, we will review the astrological climate when the First and Second World Wars broke out and what parallels can be found with the current situation.

Beginning of the First World War

Letter from the start of the First World War (07/28/1914).

On 28 July 1914, the Austro-Hungarian Empire's declaration of war on Serbia marked the beginning of World War I, a conflict that quickly spread across Europe due to a complex network of alliances. This act was the culmination of tensions built up after the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand a month earlier, and unleashed an unstoppable military escalation.

Venus in Virgo: Pragmatism and Action Instead of Diplomacy

In the chart of the beginning of World War I, the weakened position of Venus in Virgo is conjunct Mars also in Virgo . Venus, the planet that rules diplomacy, relationships and the search for peace, is in a sign that does not favor its natural energy of harmony. As John Dingell said, “war is the failure of diplomacy,” and this position of Venus is consistent with this failure. Mars, the planet of action and war, by joining Venus in Virgo (a pragmatic and rather frontal sign), enhances an energy of focusing on what is needed on a personal and immediate level rather than on building bridges or seeking understanding, which is the essence of Venus. In addition, Virgo co-rules (along with Aries) the armed forces , which further reinforces the inclination towards warlike and structured action, rather than negotiation and compromise. This energetic combination clearly reflects a moment where aggression and particular interests overcame any attempt at diplomacy.

Yod, Apex Jupiter RX

We also observe the presence of a Yod , an astrological configuration that at a collective level symbolizes deep and difficult-to-resolve tensions. This Yod had as its apex Jupiter retrograde in Aquarius , with the planets at the base being Mercury in Cancer and Mars in Virgo . Cancer , a sign associated with defense, patriotism and protection of the home, resonates with the emotional environment that fueled the outbreak of war, where many nations mobilized in the name of the homeland and the defense of their national interests.

The apex of this Yod, Jupiter retrograde in Aquarius , adds another layer of complexity. Jupiter, which rules expansion, generosity, and connection to the world, being retrograde indicates an unwillingness to look to the other, to act with generosity or cooperation in the global arena. Rather than uniting nations under common ideals, this Jupiter retrograde reflects a more closed, introspective approach, where nations may have become more selfish and reluctant to seek global solutions. Since Jupiter rules international affairs and world order , its retrograde in this chart suggests a global impact, where connections between nations were fractured and war expanded globally. This Yod, therefore, underlines the tension between the discourse of protecting one’s own (Mercury in Cancer) and the need to act with pragmatism and force (Mars in Virgo), which ended up triggering a conflict that resonated throughout the world (Jupiter in Aquarius). In an impressive synchronicity between reality and the content of this yod, the archdukes are ruled by Jupiter.

World War I

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Saturn-Pluto conjunction

The conjunction between Saturn and Pluto is an astrological configuration that has historically been associated with major crises and transformations on a collective level . These two planets, when conjunct, generate significant tension because they are both related to control , but they approach it in very different ways.

Saturn represents structure, authority and restrictions. It is the planet that rules governments, institutions and laws that organize society. It seeks to maintain order and stability through clear rules and boundaries, resisting change when it threatens the established system.

Pluto , on the other hand, represents hidden forces, transformative power, and the processes of destruction and regeneration. Pluto is not afraid to tear down what is standing in order to create something new, whether through deep crises, revolutions, or system collapses. This planet is associated with underground power, both literal and figurative, such as control of resources, psychological power, and in the modern era, nuclear power.

When Saturn and Pluto conjunct , there is a clash between the need to maintain stable structures ( Saturn ) and the pressure to transform or even destroy them to make way for something new ( Pluto ). This causes crises because structures and systems that have been effective up to a certain point are faced with their limit, can no longer be sustained in the same way, and need to be reformed or eliminated. In this process, crises arise as part of the collapse of the old and the struggle for control between what wants to be preserved and what needs to be transformed.

In the context of World War I , the conjunction between Saturn in Gemini and Pluto in Cancer reflects the struggle between old diplomatic alliances and power structures (Saturn in Gemini) and the deeper forces that were eroding Europe’s political and territorial order (Pluto in Cancer). Governments were trying to maintain control, but Pluto’s destructive and transformative forces were working in the background, setting the stage for a massive collapse that would reconfigure the world’s borders and power dynamics.

Beginning of World War II

Letter from the start of World War II

Letter from the start of World War II (01/09/1939).

World War II officially began on 1 September 1939 , when Germany , under the leadership of Adolf Hitler , invaded Poland . This invasion was a result of the expansionist ambitions of Hitler, who had adopted an aggressive policy of territorial expansion, seeking to annex territories that he considered historically German or essential to the “living space” of the German people.

The conflict was precipitated by the German-Soviet Nonaggression Pact signed in August 1939 between Germany and the Soviet Union, in which both powers agreed to divide Poland and other Eastern European territories in the event of war. This agreement gave Hitler confidence that he could act without facing immediate resistance from the Soviet Union in the east, allowing him to concentrate on his offensive against Poland and the Western Allies.

On 1 September , German forces crossed the Polish border, employing a military tactic known as Blitzkrieg , or lightning war, which combined rapid, coordinated attacks by tanks, aircraft, and troops. This offensive was devastating for Poland, which found itself quickly outnumbered. In response to the invasion, on 3 September , the United Kingdom and France, which had guaranteed Polish independence, declared war on Germany, marking the formal beginning of a conflict that would soon spread across Europe and the world. The invasion of Poland was the direct trigger for World War II, but underlying tensions and Hitler's expansionist policies had already set the stage for a large-scale global conflict.

Venus in Virgo Again

Of course, it is no coincidence that Venus was once again in Virgo at the start of World War II. But this time, we find her conjunct the Sun. The conjunction of Venus in Virgo to the Sun in the chart at the start of World War II highlights the importance of an individual ruler – in this case, Hitler – as the central figure in the conflict. Unlike World War I, where there was no single dominant figure, but rather a network of monarchs and leaders such as Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany or Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, World War II was driven primarily by Hitler’s decisions. This conjunction reflects how personal power (ruled by the Sun) and the pragmatic approach of a single leader marked the start of the war, something that was not as evident in the earlier conflict.

Jupiter Retrograde, Once Again

At the start of World War II , Jupiter was again retrograde , establishing a key link between the two historical moments. This time, in Aries , Jupiter emphasizes individual action rather than collective action , pointing to the energy of leadership and power concentrated in unilateral decisions.

An important pattern that emerges when looking at Jupiter retrograde in the charts of World War I and World War II is that in both cases it was in masculine or positive signs . In World War I , Jupiter was in Aquarius , and in World War II , in Aries . This highlights an emphasis on masculine energy, which tends to take action, dominate, and confront situations head-on. Jupiter, which expands the energy of the sign it transits, amplifies these qualities of confrontation and control rather than promoting negotiation or receptivity, as would occur if it were in a feminine or negative sign. Global conflicts are much more likely to arise when Jupiter transits masculine signs , while in feminine signs, where receptivity and dialogue tend to predominate, the chances of war are greatly diminished.

Mars-Pluto opposition

Likewise, Mars was in opposition to Pluto in Leo , which generates a very intense energy of confrontation and destruction. This opposition between Mars and Pluto underlines extreme violence, with Mars symbolizing direct and aggressive action, while Pluto represents destructive and transformative forces. In the context of World War II , this configuration resonates even more, as Pluto rules nuclear weapons , and in this war we begin to see the use of destructive technologies on an unprecedented scale. The fight was not only a physical confrontation, but also a battle for global power, which ended with the development and use of weapons of mass destruction, reflecting the profound violence that characterizes this opposition.

It is interesting to note that Pluto was at 2° of Leo at that time, practically 180° away from where Pluto is in the sky this 2024 , transiting through the first degrees of Aquarius.

Again: Saturn and Pluto in Aspect

As in World War I , the beginning of World War II also features aspects between Saturn and Pluto , although this time it is a square between Saturn in Taurus and Pluto in Leo . While Saturn in Taurus seeks stability and control over the material and the concrete, Pluto in Leo challenges that control with power and radical transformation, reflecting a struggle between the attempt to maintain order and the need for profound and, in this case, violent change. This aspect underlines the tensions that led to a total reconfiguration of global power at the end of the war (new powers emerged, such as the United States and the Soviet Union). This square also resonates with the massive material devastation suffered by Europe, and how this destruction paved the way for reconstruction in the post-war period. Pluto in Leo represents the fall of old powers, while Saturn in Taurus, although initially seeking to preserve what was established, ended up seeing the need to rebuild the world from new foundations.

The Current Astrological Panorama

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Jupiter Retrograde in Gemini

In the current astrological climate , several key patterns are being repeated that were also present at the beginning of the two world wars. First, Jupiter will be retrograde from October 9, 2024, to February 4, 2025 , which coincides with what we saw in both previous conflicts, where Jupiter was also retrograde.

In addition, Jupiter will once again be retrograde in a masculine sign , in this case, Gemini . This reflects a repeated pattern that we have identified as part of the astrological factors in common with the beginnings of the First and Second World Wars.

October 14: More Factors Add Up

On the other hand, at this very moment (October 7), Venus is debilitated because it transits through Scorpio , its sign of detriment . October 14, 2024 will be a critical day, as this Venus in Scorpio will be in opposition to Uranus retrograde in Taurus , suggesting that diplomacy will be very weakened and faced with an unforeseen or disruptive event.

In addition, the Sun in Libra , which represents governments and power figures, will be square Pluto , which intensifies tensions and possible power crises. Added to this is the opposition between Mars in Cancer and Pluto in Capricorn , a configuration that resonates with nationalistic and defensive interests (Cancer) confronted by power structures (Capricorn). Although Pluto is not directly aspecting Saturn , the fact that Capricorn is ruled by Saturn creates a resonance with the aspects between Saturn and Pluto that we saw in the two previous world wars.

November 3: Mars-Pluto Opposition is Added

Another critical day. Mars in Cancer will be in exact opposition to Pluto in Capricorn , which will intensify conflicts related to power and nationalistic interests. In turn, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini will be in opposition to Venus in Sagittarius , an aspect that signals significant tensions in diplomacy. Venus , which represents the ability to negotiate, is in Sagittarius, the sign that rules international and global affairs , suggesting that relations between countries will be under pressure, and diplomatic negotiations could face serious challenges on the global level.

November 17: Sun Opposition Uranus

November 17, 2024 will also be a key day, as the Sun in Scorpio will be in exact opposition to Uranus retrograde in Taurus , which can bring unexpected and disruptive events, especially related to power figures and governments. In addition, Mars in Leo will be in opposition to Pluto in Capricorn , which will intensify power struggles and conflicts around control and authority. This configuration creates a highly volatile climate, where the confrontational energy of Mars and the deep transformation of Pluto will clash, amplifying global tensions.

December 8th

Today the Sun will be conjunct Mercury retrograde in Sagittarius , both square Saturn , indicating difficulties in communication and complex decisions for governments, especially in international affairs, since Sagittarius rules these issues. In addition, the Sun will be in opposition to Jupiter retrograde , which will intensify challenges in international relations and lack of cooperation between countries.

Simultaneously, Mars retrograde in Leo will be in opposition to Pluto in Aquarius , marking a confrontation between the desire for individual power (Mars in Leo) and collective transformative forces (Pluto in Aquarius).

January 5, 2025

Mars retrograde in Leo will be in exact opposition to Pluto , which will intensify power struggles and conflicts on a global level. In addition, Jupiter will continue to be retrograde , which accentuates the difficulty in reaching international understandings. Added to this is the fact that Saturn will be in square to Jupiter retrograde , creating a blockage between expansion and restrictive structures. This day will mark a phase of extreme tensions.

In Summary

Yes. It is undeniable that there are many elements in common between the current astrological climate and that of the beginnings of the First and Second World Wars . It is impossible to ignore this fact. Therefore, the potential for a current conflict to escalate to a global level is definitely present. There are multiple indicators in the astrological landscape that point towards this possibility.

The position of Mars in Cancer , which will be in this sign for a long time, reinforces this focus on defense, territories and national interests, which is alarming. Pluto in Aquarius , for its part, has the potential to radically transform our society. In fact, in the coming weeks you will find an entry dedicated exclusively to Pluto in Aquarius , to delve deeper into its impact.

It would be naive to think that the astrological elements for a global war to occur do not exist. The elements are absolutely there. However, free will comes into play: it is up to us, as humanity, to choose how we face these energies. We can repeat the mistakes of the First and Second World Wars , or we can learn from those lessons and look for a different way out of a conflict that, with the astrological potential present, could easily escalate to proportions never seen before.

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