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Baba Vanga's World War 3 prediction goes viral amid US–Israel strikes
A prediction the blind mystic Baba Vanga made about World War 3 has gone viral as tensions escalate around the world.
With the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, as well as unrest in the Middle East after the US and Israel struck Iran to take out its Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, people around the world are becoming increasingly concerned about the prospect of another world war.
It's no surprise then, that a prediction made by Baba Vanga has resurfaced on social media.
Though the Bulgarian seer died in 1996 at the age of 84, she made many predictions for the decades to come.
What did Baba Vanga predict about World War 3?
Some have interpreted her words to suggest that a major world war could start if tensions worsen in the Middle East and parts of Europe.
According to the Times of India, the predictions do not say when, where, or which countries the war will happen in, but some versions of her prediction say there will be tension between powerful countries and a lot of destruction as the wars last for a long time.
As with many of Baba Vanga's predictions, they're pretty open to interpretation, but many have pointed out the ongoing wars and conflicts that are currently happening in the world do seem to match up with what she foresaw.
Though there are several conflicts underway in different parts of the world at present, they are currently seen as separate wars rather than parts of the same war.
But how much stock can actually be placed in to Baba Vanga's predictions?
How accurate are Baba Vanga's predictions?
Well, she never officially recorded her predictions, so it's pretty hard to check their accuracy or purpose.
Experts say many of her predictions were written or read in vague language, meaning people can make them relate to different events over time, particularly when they are looking for meaning in times of unrest.
The vast and quick spread of these predictions when they resurface can mean people put their own spin on it to make Baba Vanga's alleged predictions fit the correct narrative.
What predictions has Baba Vanga made that have come true?
Baba Vanga has previously been credited with predicting several events relating to political change, natural disasters, and global conflicts.
However, it's hard to verify which ones were accurate as Baba Vanga did not leave behind written record, and people say most of her predictions come from books and interviews as well as anecdotal claims from other people.