{"id":8749,"date":"2026-03-08T14:14:01","date_gmt":"2026-03-08T14:14:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.lanawooster.co.uk\/?p=8749"},"modified":"2026-03-08T14:19:16","modified_gmt":"2026-03-08T14:19:16","slug":"aspects-for-the-week-beginning-8-march-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.lanawooster.co.uk\/?p=8749","title":{"rendered":"Aspects for the week beginning 8 March 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"

Iranian War<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cMaybe it\u2019s just possible that a few people missed a chance to prevent America bombing Iran\u201d <\/em><\/p>\n

~\u00a0<\/em>John Crace<\/p>\n

With the first week of an Iranian War coming to a close, today I will be looking at the charts of a few of the players and their countries\u2019 charts, to look at where they are psychologically and materially at this point in time.\u00a0 I think back to the first Gulf War and its heart stopping and breath holding effect at the time, and I think back to the second, the Iraq War, and its visions on our screen of Rageh Omaar standing in front of bombing skylines every night for three weeks, truly heart-crushing.<\/p>\n

Keir Starmer<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Is he in or out of the war?\u00a0 This is still being debated now.\u00a0 In current transits, Keir has Pluto trine his natal Mercury, perfect for making a profound stand, which he is doing in the face of a capricious world leader in Donald Trump.\u00a0 But Keir is being accused of being indecisive, as distinct from measured. \u00a0He was clear, as a lawyer, about the principle of upholding international law. Though we need to stand up to the world wide bully that is Trump, we also need to take into account that we are dealing with someone with undeniable mental health issues.\u00a0 There is much speculation about Trump\u2019s physical health due to visible signs on his person, but I would like to see more<\/em> articles in the press from Psychiatrists analysing Trump\u2019s mental state, and how others can be constructively dealing with it.<\/p>\n

However, Neptune is quincunx Keir Starmer\u2019s natal Uranus at the same time, making his situation exceptionally complex, almost unfathomable.<\/p>\n

\u201cOnly 6% agree with the Tory leader, Kemi Badenoch, that the UK should join the US-Israeli military action.\u00a0 Although the prime minister remains deeply unpopular, there has been a 7-point improvement in his net approval rating\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

~ Rachel Sylvester, The Observer<\/p>\n

Hence he has voices on both sides of the fence, calling him to wage war (Badenoch and Farage) and desist (Davey and Polanski), not to mention the division of opinions within his own party.\u00a0 He has to find his own authentic way through.\u00a0 If he can find that inner core, he may be able to follow through in other aspects of government too.\u00a0 He has been praised by many for his statesmanship on the world stage, but his reputation (especially in the right wing press) is on the line domestically, if not in tatters.\u00a0 The \u201cDaily Mail\u201d (or as it is often nicknamed \u201cDaily Fail\u201d) plastered the adjectives \u201cDesperate and Deluded\u201d in referring to him this week on their front page.<\/p>\n

Future Trends<\/u><\/p>\n

An important transit Keir has coming up is the transit of the North Node on his Chiron\/Jupiter.\u00a0 The timing on this is again nebulous, because ephemerides detail the True and Mean Nodes, which are not exactly the same.\u00a0\u00a0 Close in time, next Thursday (12th<\/sup>)<\/strong> looks to be tricky for him, with the Mean North Node on his Chiron (timing is difficult to pinpoint due to the Nodal Axis and <\/em>Chiron being involved).\u00a0 This may affect his health, or his determination to solve a problem.<\/p>\n

The Mean North Node will then transit his natal Jupiter around 30th<\/sup> March<\/strong>, where credit may be due karmically.<\/p>\n

But it coincides with the opposition of Chiron to his Venus, so if he is feeling very discouraged at that time, he could be considering resignation.\u00a0 Chiron will be opposing Starmer\u2019s natal Venus (ephemerides vary too much to pinpoint a time) which may bring out a personal or health crisis for him.\u00a0 Being a Prime Minister can be a strain, and that constitutes a possible breaking point, or a crisis from which he emerges stronger, my own astrological calculations depict such a crisis around 31st<\/sup> March<\/strong>.\u00a0 Don\u2019t get me wrong, I am going against the grain in declaring that I sincerely hope he succeeds and finds a way through!<\/p>\n

The True North Node puts these events later, in April: the transit to his Chiron occurring around 4th<\/sup>\/5th<\/sup> April<\/strong>, and to his Jupiter around 20th<\/sup>\/21st<\/sup> April<\/strong>, when he is likely to be on the campaign trail.<\/p>\n

U.K. Chart<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The transits at this time for the U.K. chart (I use the 1922 version) are as follows:-<\/p>\n

Uranus squares its Mars in Aquarius in 9th<\/sup> House \u2013 dealing with explosions abroad!<\/p>\n

North Node trine its natal Jupiter in Scorpio in its 5th<\/sup> House \u2013 good luck in keeping out of harm\u2019s way!<\/p>\n

Pluto trine its natal Midheaven in Aquarius in 8th<\/sup> House \u2013 a strong position, despite Trump\u2019s labelling<\/p>\n

\u201cBritain faced no present danger.\u00a0 Instead, Starmer was asked to contribute to an unannounced, unsanctioned attack on Iran by a president who can barely even iterate the objective of his intervention.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

~ Philip Collins, The Observer<\/p>\n

Donald Trump<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Through the turbulent changes of the outer planets this last year and a half, Donald Trump has had a free ride, partly because his planets are not near the cusps of the signs.\u00a0 The North Node is currently trine his ruling planet Mercury, so he may be feeling mentally that his is on the right track, without knowing if he isn\u2019t (who is keeping his karmic ledger?)<\/p>\n

Future Trends<\/u><\/p>\n

Chiron squares his natal Venus in 11th<\/sup> House around 4th<\/sup> April<\/strong>, a crisis similar to that faced by Keir Starmer a few days earlier.\u00a0 The two crises may therefore be linked, or reflect a crisis in their personal relationship(s).<\/p>\n

19th<\/sup> April<\/strong> may see him overconfident, with a square to his natal Jupiter in his financial House from transiting Jupiter \u2013 he could lose out economically at that time (whatever the spin may be at the time).<\/p>\n

However, something totally untoward may happen when Uranus transits his 10th<\/sup> House cusp and squares his Ascendant, and that may be a health and safety situation.\u00a0 That astrological event is scheduled for 24th<\/sup> April.<\/strong><\/p>\n

A long term transit coming up, Pluto trines his Neptune at 5 degrees of Aquarius and Libra respectively.\u00a0 Far from curtailing his march, it may signal the peak of it, for psychologically he may be at the full power of his bamboozling effect. Its influence comes close this year, up to 6th<\/sup> May<\/strong> when Pluto turns Retrograde.\u00a0 Strangely, that\u2019s around the U.K. General Election time, so maybe he will be trying to interfere, with some choice adjectives.<\/p>\n

The transit of Pluto trine his natal Neptune as described takes place 17\/18 February next year (2027) <\/strong>but maybe he will be long gone before then, through a health or safety condition.<\/strong>\u00a0 \u00a0If so, he will have left his mark on the world, but is unlikely to have earned the Nobel Peace prize.<\/p>\n

U.S. Chart<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The transits for the U.S. at the moment are amazingly karmic!\u00a0 The Nodal Axis lines up exactly in square with its natal Ascendant\/Uranus.\u00a0 It is literally a karmic reckoning of sorts (Nodal Axis), and one of shock and awe (Uranus), reflecting the catalytic nature of its actions.\u00a0 Its Venus in 1st<\/sup> House is currently being squared by the Saturn\/Neptune conjunction, a lack of comfort and ease.\u00a0 Uranus trines its natal Pluto in 8th<\/sup> House, bringing danger, but also showing the resilience needed.\u00a0 Chiron squares its natal Mercury, mental stress and worry being a marked current condition.<\/p>\n

Future Trend<\/u><\/p>\n

There will be a feeling of rallying and recovery when Jupiter reaches its natal Mercury in 2nd<\/sup> House around 2nd<\/sup>\/3rd<\/sup> June<\/strong> this year, with some brighter economic news.\u00a0 That may be relative or temporary, if the predicted economic effect of this war does its worst.<\/p>\n

Benjamin Nethanyahu<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Nethanyahu, like the chart of the U.S.A., is about to have the Nodal Axis square his natal Ascendant, which is also conjunct his Chiron.\u00a0 This fact also shows his strong link with the U.S. natally.\u00a0 With Chiron on his Ascendant, he constantly finds solutions to his problems, slipping through various nets and escape routes.\u00a0 There was footage this week showing him smiling!\u00a0 <\/em>With all the chaos that he and Trump have unleashed this week, he can smile?!\u00a0 <\/em>How is that level of callousness possible, given all the lives that have been lost?\u00a0 He practised in Gaza, now he is using those skills in Iran\u2026<\/p>\n

Future Trends<\/u><\/p>\n

The more precise timings for the Nodal transits are:-<\/p>\n

1st<\/sup> April<\/strong> (for the Mean Node) squaring his natal Chiron<\/p>\n

2nd<\/sup> April<\/strong> for the True Node square to his Chiron<\/p>\n

13th<\/sup> April<\/strong> for the Mean and Nodal Axis square his Ascendant.\u00a0 He may be caught out at that time, for without the distraction of war, he does not have to face his criminal charges domestically.<\/p>\n

2nd<\/sup> May<\/strong> for the True Nodal Axis square to his Ascendant, which would be the same effects, or the fortnight or so in between may be a continuous process.<\/p>\n

Israel Chart<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Pluto is currently opposite the Moon of Israel\u2019s chart in its 10th<\/sup> House of Reputation.\u00a0 That is a disturbing vibration both for its citizens psychologically, and its reputation.\u00a0 This came to its first peak at the end of February, just before the war broke out on 28th<\/sup>.\u00a0 Chiron is sextile Israel\u2019s Uranus in 9th<\/sup> House (employing the power of surprise) but at the same time square its Midheaven\/I.C. Axis (shaking to the core).\u00a0 Fighting this war on at least two fronts (Iran and Lebanon) must be involving so much of its population: manpower, womanpower and families.<\/p>\n

Ali Khamenei<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The assassinated ruler of Iran, Ali Khamenei had Mercury, Saturn, the Moon and Sun in Aries, the sign of the Warrior.\u00a0 He was likely born on a New Moon in Aries, which is one way he may have survived the 36 years or so ruling his regime.<\/p>\n

His demise came on 1st<\/sup> March<\/strong>, last Sunday: at the time Jupiter opposed his natal Mars, and Chiron was possibly transiting his natal Moon.\u00a0 Assassinations usually involve Mars or Pluto.\u00a0 It is still not clear who will succeed him: Donald Trump wants to have a say in this, but apparently has killed some of his favoured contenders.\u00a0 The late Shah\u2019s son, Reza Pahlavi, is 64 years old and resides in the United States.\u00a0 He thinks Iran should remain a republic.\u00a0 In an interview this week, he said Iran should retain its territorial integrity, there should be a separation of religion and state, equality of citizens and individual liberties; democratic elections should take place for deciding its future.<\/p>\n

Iran<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The current regime up to now, despite the assassination of its leader, is still standing firm, and still has the capability of striking other nations, therefore currently going nowhere.\u00a0 The regime itself dates back to 1979, when the Shah was deposed.\u00a0 Pluto is at the moment almost square its Chiron, so mirroring the current devastation.\u00a0 Donald Trump promised its people freedom, many died in January for the cause, and there is much internal conflict.\u00a0 Pluto on its 11th<\/sup> House of Friendship cusp currently denotes a \u201cfriend\u201d causing upheaval (Pluto)!<\/p>\n

Future Trends<\/u><\/p>\n

The end of March seems important for Keir Starmer and Benjamin Nethanyahu, but also it seems for the chart of Iran.\u00a0 Some unity may come when Chiron trines its natal Venus in 9th<\/sup> House (of Foreigners) around 28th<\/sup> March<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

It is to be hoped that the destruction will soon come to an end, but the Pluto to natal Chiron square culminates around 30th<\/sup> March<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

13th<\/sup> May<\/strong> may be helpful, when Jupiter trines the natal Uranus in 8th<\/sup> House \u2013 it may begin some sort of rebirth.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s rich, hearing from Tony Blair this morning that the U.K. should have been more pro-active, considering that the Iraq War ruined Tony Blair\u2019s reputation and created mass destruction (when they didn\u2019t find weapons of mass destruction).\u00a0 There are so many ordinary civilians already <\/em>impacted, in Tehran and all over the Middle East, never mind the aftermath if it resembles the Iraq War.\u00a0 In the meantime, who is rebuilding Gaza?\u00a0 And who is supporting Ukraine?<\/p>\n

\u201cWe think we\u2019re being so clever and so brilliant in wading into countries about which our governments often seem to know very little, plunging in and firing missiles and staging coups and all the rest of it but we don\u2019t think of the long-term outcomes, those long-term consequences and the absolutely catastrophic effects that they can have many decades down the line.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

~ George Monbiot<\/p>\n

Aspects<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

A rather subdued aspect for today: that of Venus conjunct Saturn, at 2 degrees Aries.\u00a0 You may experience it as a personal matter, or deflation at the knowledge that this Iranian War has lasted for a week! (or both)<\/p>\n

This is not an easy prospect in terms of relationships or <\/em>economics.\u00a0 You will be looking more seriously at your close relationships, and evaluating what is important to you.\u00a0 The care of the elderly may be a particular preoccupation.\u00a0 The optimum condition for this conjunction would be loyalty and commitment, but there may need to be some letting go before that can be arrived at.\u00a0 Finance too will be a cause for concern \u2013 economic prognostigations are more gloomy as a result of the war.<\/p>\n

For tomorrow (Monday 9th<\/sup>), you\u2019ve had your pessimism day, now tackle your optimism day, though the issues may be different.\u00a0 Mercury trines Jupiter before dawn, which can restore sanity and optimism.\u00a0 Maybe you experience a hopeful dream before you wake.\u00a0 This aspect can bring good news, which is welcome at any time.\u00a0 It can bring productivity, and good conversation.\u00a0 Mercury trine Jupiter expands our minds and philosophies.\u00a0 This is an upbeat vibe mentally, and can bring opportunities.\u00a0 It is also helpful for writing projects and studying, so you may make progress on such projects.<\/p>\n

The aspect for Tuesday (10th<\/sup>) is also upbeat, and occurs around daybreak.\u00a0 Venus sextile Pluto brings a more introverted set of qualities: it\u2019s an aspect which encourages soul-searching and arriving at deeper concepts and perceptions.\u00a0 You can add extra artistry and harmony to your current projects.\u00a0 You can also experience profound connections between people, and it’s a good time for evaluating what people mean to you.\u00a0You may experience a volcanic eruption of creativity!\u00a0 A good day for philosophical and psychological enquiries.<\/p>\n

One of the good news stories of this week is Stationary Jupiter prior to going Direct, which occurs in the early hours of Wednesday (11th<\/sup>) in the U.K.\u00a0 You may find this to be a welcome turning point.\u00a0 It’s a light at the end of the tunnel. That might bring a breath of fresh air to your day’s plans, peppering them with promise.\u00a0 Something may lift you, and point the way to your next direction.\u00a0 You at least get to the stage of seeing a new goal, or resuming an earlier goal.<\/p>\n

No general aspects for Thursday (12th<\/sup>), but look out for a possible effect from a personal transit to Keir Starmer\u2019s chart as detailed in the main blog:<\/p>\n

\u201cClose in time, next Thursday (12th<\/sup>) looks to be tricky for him, with the Mean North Node on his Chiron (timing is difficult to pinpoint due to the Nodal Axis and <\/em>Chiron being involved).\u00a0 This may affect his health, or his determination to solve a problem.\u201d<\/p>\n

Back to the aspects: Mars conjoins the North Node on Friday (13th<\/sup>), indicating a strong focus on war.\u00a0 The warmakers may be in no mood to compromise, but as this is a karmic aspect, the consequences will count.\u00a0 In personal lives, try to take the heat out of events, and choose the more peaceful option, I would say.\u00a0 With Mars conjunct the North Node, we see the karmic results of our actions straight away, giving us the wisdom of knowing, instant-karma style, whether or not we are doing things the right way and learning the right lessons, including the way to conduct our own Inner Warrior.<\/p>\n

The week\u00a0 in bullet points:<\/p>\n