French astrologer Nostradamus made predictions for 2026 that believers claim could come true after he allegedly got several events in 2025 correct, including conflict and turmoil affecting the United Kingdom.
Michel de Nostredame, known as Nostradamus, was a 16th-century French physician and astrologer who published Les Propheties in 1555. The book contains cryptic poems that supporters claim have predicted major historical events including the Great Fire of London, the French Revolution, Hitler’s rise to power, and the two World Wars.
For 2025, Nostradamus wrote: “When those from the lands of Europe, see England set up her throne behind. Her flanks, there will be cruel wars.” While the UK has not had direct involvement in global conflict, events such as the deadly attack at a Manchester synagogue occurred on British soil throughout the year.
He also predicted global conflict that would see “great powers … clash.”
Here are three of his top predictions for 2026 —
‘Seven Months Great War’
Nostradamus wrote: “Seven months great war, people dead through evil/ Rouen, Evreux the King will not fail.” Some have linked this to the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
Some fear recent actions like the Trump administration’s arrest of Venezuelan dictator Nicolas Maduro could trigger World War III. However, the words “Rouen” and “Evreux” refer to 16th century French geography, so the prediction would likely involve Europe.
Lightning Strike on Important Figure
The 26th verse of Century I reads: “The great man will be struck down in the day by a thunderbolt.” The prophecy states this will occur during daylight hours.
Some interpret this as referring to a celebrity, world leader, or royalty. Others believe it could be a metaphorical thunderbolt referring to an assassination by gunshot.
‘Swarm of Bees’
“The great swarm of bees will arise by the night ambush,” Nostradamus wrote in the 26th verse. Believers link this to 2026 due to the verse number. Some have interpreted this as Trump and Putin reaching an agreement on Ukraine.
Others suggest this could refer to drones used in the Ukraine-Russia war, rather than actual bees, as Nostradamus lacked vocabulary for modern technology.