Athos Salomé, the 39-year-old parapsychologist known as the "living Nostradamus," claims two of his 10 predictions for 2026 have already come true. He previously foresaw the Covid-19 pandemic and the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
Iran and World Cup predictions realised
In a list published last December, Salomé warned that tensions between Iran and Israel could escalate, stating: "Tensions in the Middle East are expected to reach a critical threshold." He said disputes over Iran's uranium enrichment programme could "ignite a new and profound period of regional instability" around the second quarter of 2026. He now says developments in the region matched his warning.
Salomé also expressed satisfaction with his World Cup prediction, having identified Spain as the likely champion based on their kit colour. He told the Express that the winning team would represent the "colours of fire," citing Spain, Portugal, The Netherlands, France, Morocco, Argentina, or England. After Spain beat Argentina 1-0, he said: "While many psychics and commentators around the world were predicting Portugal or other nations to lift the trophy, I identified the finalists and repeatedly emphasised Spain as the most likely champion. The outcome has now reflected those predictions."
Fresh warnings for 2026
Speaking to Tyla, Salomé raised concerns about the Arctic Circle, warning of rising tensions between Russia and NATO. He said: "The most recent interceptions indicate that Russia is moving missile systems to strategic areas in the Arctic. This increases the likelihood of direct confrontations with NATO during the ice melt in 2026, a time when new shipping routes and energy reserves could play a crucial role."
He also warned of instability in Africa's Sahel region, pointing to the growth of extremist groups in northern Niger. "With the rise of extremist groups in northern regions of Niger, I believe that the area could become a scene of indirect confrontation between nations seeking to preserve their influence after the departure of Western troops," he said.
How Salomé makes his predictions
Salomé described his method as combining "symbolic analysis, long-term pattern observation and my studies in Kabbalah. I look for cycles, synchronicities and elements that, in my experience, often precede major events." He stressed that predictions are not certainties: "I also believe it's important to say that no predictive method is infallible. Predictions are interpretations, not certainties."
He views accurate predictions as a responsibility: "When you make a public prediction weeks in advance, especially when most opinions point elsewhere, and the outcome unfolds as anticipated, it reinforces confidence in the work behind it. But I always see each correct prediction as a responsibility rather than a trophy."
