As Sun moves into Aries on 20 March 2026 and forms a conjunction with Saturn and Neptune on Descendant of Teheran chart this becomes a focal point on the angles. As you can see on the map this highlights conflict in Middle East.
Saturn speaks about limitations and blockades. Neptune is associated with oil, gas, shipping and the oceans. It is also associated with naval ships and insurance. This has become a massive problem not only for the Middle East but the world as energy production and trade is disrupted.
Shipping companies require insurance to move oil and gas. With the current situation no insurers are prepared to take a chance. The threat of missiles and drones is ever present and there is a lack of trust in the system. Trade has collapsed. The Strait of Hormuz is a key point for the movement of oil and gas from multiple countries in the Gulf region.
Aries is impulsive and action oriented. Saturn is something different. It speaks about consequences and limitations. Saturn does like speed and haste.
The US and Israel perhaps expected Operation Epic Fury to be resolved in days. Iran responded by disrupting shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and attacking energy infrastructure across the Gulf. The threat of inexpensive drone strikes was enough to make insurers and shipping companies reconsider the risk. Once the insurance industry pulled back, a closure became self enforcing. The strait didn’t need to be closed militarily.
With Saturn and Neptune conjunct on 0 Aries and 20 February 2026 there was certainly an indication that the impact will be felt across the globe. This point is the World Axis.
There is much distrust everywhere. The US has called on UK and Europe for support and the response has been a No. After being abused by Trump around trade and tariffs and much bluster about US not wanting to be part of global bodies – Saturn speaks about consequences to actions. A significant realignment of the global order in unfolding.
Mars the ruler of Aries will move into this sign on 9 April 2026. It will connect with Neptune on 13 April and Saturn on 19 April 2026. Mars is the aggressor and associated with war and conflict. These will be important dates to watch.
