President Zelenskyy - Upcoming Eclipses

When astrologers want to make a forecast for a world leader, we have to study not only their natal chart and the aspects being made to it from transits, solar arcs, etc, we also have to incorporate other data into our astrological analysis too by using Political Term Charts. These are the dates on which the current leader won the election that made them the president or prime minister and subsequent elections that bring forth a new term as leader. 

Volodymyr Zelenskyy won the presidential election in Ukraine on 21st April 2019. Twenty-nine days later, on 20th May 2019, he was inaugurated as the President of Ukraine. So, when we look to see what's coming up for him, we must analyse him on a personal level and also as a political leader.

On 20th April 2023 there will be a Solar Eclipse at 29°.Aries. As with all eclipses that fall on, or close to, a birthday or anniversary date, the effect will last for the next 12 months. This Solar Eclipse will conjunct the Election Chart Sun, Uranus and Descendant, leading to a significant event or change. Although, at first this may not be welcomed as a positive development, in time it will be perceived as a blessing in disguise. The President will somehow be removed from a situation that has run its course. The truth will be exposed and something which has been hidden or ignored will be brought to the surface. 

The fight continues but there's an indication that authority figures will step down or be overthrown. The President may feel isolated during the next few months and might have to re-assess who his true friends and supporters really are. There will be tension in a close partnership and a clash of opinions with a friend or colleague. Someone will leave. This will be a challenging time. 

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The Solar Eclipse is located in the 6th House of the Election Chart and will bring issues related to daily routine, work and health. The nature of the President's work, the working environment and people he employs will all be affected. There could be a change of appearance, identity, or location, perhaps in response to something from the outside world.

The following Lunar Eclipse on 5th May 2023 will be in the 7th House and will form a square aspect to the Election Chart Midheaven. Again, the theme will be those the President considers to be allies or adversaries. Additionally, it will have an effect upon  partnerships, contracts and agreements. The focus will also be on anyone who represents or collaborates with him. There will be opposition and a possible change of direction.

During the next 12 months, President Zelenskyy will somehow be propelled into the spotlight in much the same way as he was on election night. That was his night of victory - will this be his year of victory? 

President Zelenskyy - Upcoming Transits

Transiting Saturn has been in opposition to President Zelensky's natal Saturn from late March 2023, and will be again from mid-October until early December 2023. This aspect - the Saturn Half-Return - happens to everyone around the age of 45 as part of the Saturn cycle. The opposition aspect represents a dilemma or decision, bringing an extremely significant and very challenging phase, but through it, he will experience a renewed sense of purpose. 

Transiting Uranus will square the President's natal Midheaven from 24th April 2023 - 12th May 2024 bringing a period of uncertainty, unpredictability and change of direction. On a personal level, he may begin to question his position in the world, what he ultimately wants for himself and his family, and because of this, he may begin to reassess his goals. 

During this planetary influence, President Zelenskyy will want the freedom to make personal decisions and choices, but current circumstances - and the events happening over the next few months - will make that very difficult. The changes and disruption to his career and professional status could start to bring a deeper sense of insecurity and might also affect his loved ones too, leading to restlessness, anger and frustration. As a result, he may resort to impulsive actions and sudden life-altering moves. The best option will be to adapt to these changes and use them as opportunities that will eventually bring greater freedom in the future. Otherwise, he may be tempted to accept the offer of 'a ride' and leave Ukraine after all.

Transiting Pluto began to oppose President Zelenskyy's natal Mars:in March 2022. It will gain traction during 2023, be on full power throughout 2024, before easing off in 2025 and finally fading away in 2026. During this period of time - which spans several years - he will feel an increased surge of determination. This will demand his full attention and is not without problems and frustrations. However, he is capable of a great amount of hard work and although he might suffer from exhaustion, he will be unwilling to slow down. The President may find that he has to deal with another person's anger which may be connected to professional partnerships or negotiations and contracts. The potential for coercion or intimidation is very high and he should be more vigilant than ever in avoiding dangerous situations.  

Mars is the ruling planet of President Zelenskyy's natal 11th house, so therefore, it represents friends, groups, allies, the gathering of people for a common purpose. With transiting Pluto opposing it, does this suggest a possible change of heart by those who are supporting him? In his natal chart, Mars is situated in the 2nd House which represents stability and security, so this planetary influence could increase the threats to his safety.

Intense conflict is indicated by this planetary combination but whatever formidable opponents President Zelenskyy encounters, he will demonstrate considerable strength in asserting himself. Important issues may reach a critical point but, true to form, he will not fail to stand up for what is right. His willingness to persist unrelentingly to overcome the most challenging obstacles will continue to inspire the world. Compromise may be difficult but there can be no success without sacrifice. He will continue to demonstrate strong leadership and remain in full command. He knows what he wants and this planetary influence will provide him with the courage and the perseverance to achieve it.