<p>Bulgarian mystic Vangeliya Pandeva Gushterova, commonly known as Baba Vanga, may have died 26 years ago, but her predictions are said to have come true till now, though there is hardly any proof to verify this.</p>

<p>Vanga was believed to have had an extraordinary ability to predict the future, so much so that she eventually earned the moniker "Nostradamus&nbsp;of the Balkans".</p>

<p>However, are they really predictions? They are better to be seen as "words of wisdom"&nbsp;written down. As time passes by, her followers seem to interpret her words according to the events of the day.</p>

<p>Her believers across the world continue to place their earnest faith on her.</p>

<p>For 2024 as well, she has made some astonishing predictions. From assassination attempts on Russian President Vladimir Putin, to terrifying natural disasters, Vanga has dropped some fair share of premonitions for next year, according to interpretations by her followers.</p>

<p><strong>For 2024, she has made seven prophecies. They are: </strong></p>

<h2><strong>1. Assassination attempts on Putin</strong></h2>

<p>There have been arguably many assassination attempts on Putin. Regarded as one of the most powerful men on earth, the Russian president continues to attract supporters and detractors.</p>

<p>Baba had a vision that Russian president&nbsp;Vladimir Putin&nbsp;would be assassinated by someone from his country next year, the Mirror reported citing Astrofame.</p>

<h2><strong>2. Terrorist attacks will increase in Europe</strong></h2>

<p>According to Baba Vanga, a "big country" will carry out biological weapons tests or attacks in 2024. She has also predicted that terrorists attack Europe.</p>

<h2><strong>3. Huge economic crisis</strong></h2>

<p>A major economic crisis is about to erupt next year, predicted Baba. She highlighted several contributing factors such as an increase in debt levels, further geopolitical tensions, and economic power shifting from the West to the East.</p>

<h2><strong>4. Terrifying climate events</strong></h2>

<p>The mystic predicted that there would be an orbit alteration which usually takes place over a long period of time. However, if this happens over a short period of time, it could spark issues including climate disruption and a spike in radiation levels.</p>

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<h2><strong>5. Cyber attacks</strong></h2>

<p>She stated there will be a rise in cyber attacks as advanced hackers will directly look at vital infrastructure such as power grids and water treatment plants. She predicted it will lead to a national security threat.</p>

<h2><strong>6. Medical breakthroughs</strong></h2>

<p>In the field of medical science, Baba says that there will be a major breakthrough. New treatments will be invented for incurable diseases like the Alzheimer's. She also predicted there will be a cure for cancer in 2024.</p>

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<h2><strong>7. Tech revolutions</strong></h2>

<p>Finally, there will be a major breakthrough in quantum computing, reports History.co.uk.<br />
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Bulgarian mystic Vangeliya Pandeva Gushterova, commonly known as Baba Vanga, may have died 26 years ago, but her predictions are said to have come true till now, though there is hardly any proof to verify this.

Bulgarian mystic Vangeliya Pandeva Gushterova, commonly known as Baba Vanga, may have died 26 years ago, but her predictions are said to have come true till now, though there is hardly any proof to verify this. Vanga was believed to have had an extraordinary ability to predict the future, so much so that she eventually earned the moniker "Nostradamus of the Balkans". However, are they really predictions? They are better to be seen as "words of wisdom" written down. As time passes by, her followers seem to interpret her words according to the events of the day. Her believers across the world continue to place their earnest faith on her. For 2024 as well, she has made some astonishing predictions. From assassination attempts on Russian President Vladimir Putin, to terrifying natural disasters, Vanga has dropped some fair share of premonitions for next year, according to interpretations by her followers. For 2024, she has made seven prophecies. They are: 1. Assassination attempts on Putin There have been arguably many assassination attempts on Putin. Regarded as one of the most powerful men on earth, the Russian president continues to attract supporters and detractors. Baba had a vision that Russian president Vladimir Putin would be assassinated by someone from his country next year, the Mirror reported citing Astrofame. 2. Terrorist attacks will increase in Europe According to Baba Vanga, a "big country" will carry out biological weapons tests or attacks in 2024. She has also predicted that terrorists attack Europe. 3. Huge economic crisis A major economic crisis is about to erupt next year, predicted Baba. She highlighted several contributing factors such as an increase in debt levels, further geopolitical tensions, and economic power shifting from the West to the East. 4. Terrifying climate events The mystic predicted that there would be an orbit alteration which usually takes place over a long period of time. However, if this happens over a short period of time, it could spark issues including climate disruption and a spike in radiation levels. Also read | ‘Flesh-eater’ lamprey species discovered in China from 160 million-year-old fossil 5. Cyber attacks She stated there will be a rise in cyber attacks as advanced hackers will directly look at vital infrastructure such as power grids and water treatment plants. She predicted it will lead to a national security threat. 6. Medical breakthroughs In the field of medical science, Baba says that there will be a major breakthrough. New treatments will be invented for incurable diseases like the Alzheimer's. She also predicted there will be a cure for cancer in 2024. Also read | Nepal quake: Municipality at epicentre miraculously escapes destruction despite widespread havoc 7. Tech revolutions Finally, there will be a major breakthrough in quantum computing, reports History.co.uk. (With inputs from agencies)

Assassination attempts on Putin to calamitous climate events: Here are Baba Vanga’s 2024 predictions

<p><meta name="uuid" content="uuidevCuArhiZsm2" /><meta charset="utf-8" />Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Wednesday (May 3) that his country <strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-survives-assassination-attempt-as-ukrainian-drones-attack-kremlin-588542">did not attack Russian President Vladimir Putin </a></strong>after Moscow claimed that two drones were shot down over the Kremlin and termed it an assassination attempt. "We didn't attack Putin... We fight on our territory, we are defending our villages and cities," Zelensky told reporters at a press conference with Nordic leaders in Finland's capital city Helsinki.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We fight on our territory. We are defending our villages and cities. We don't have, you know, enough weapons for this, that's why we don't use it anywhere. For us that is the deficit, we can't spend it and we didn't attack Putin. We leave it to the tribunal," Zelensky added.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Zelensky arrived in Finland earlier in the day and held talks with Finnish President Sauli Niinisto. He thanked Niinisto for the military support to Ukraine so far and said the two have agreed to speed up further deliveries.</p>

<p>The Ukrainian president also participated in a summit in Helsinki which saw a gathering of the leaders of the five Nordic nations.</p>

<p>Zelensky reaffirmed that Ukraine aims to be a member of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), while the Nordic NATO members said they would "continue to support Ukraine on its path towards future membership."</p>

<p>Zelensky's visit to Finland was announced only after his arrival amid tight security in the Finnish capital.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Recently,&nbsp;Finland joined NATO in response to Russia's offensive in Ukraine. Hitting back at the membership of the intergovernmental military alliance, Russia said Finland's accession to NATO was a dangerous historic mistake that would weaken security in the wider region and force Moscow to take counter-measures.</p>

<h2><strong>Medvedev calls for 'elimination' of Zelensky&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>As Russia accused Ukraine of a drone attack on the Kremlin, former Russian president Dmitry Medvedev called for the physical elimination of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and his clique in Kyiv.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"After today's terrorist attack, there are no options left aside from the physical elimination of Zelensky and his cabal," Medvedev said.&nbsp;<br />
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Wednesday (May 3) that his country did not attack Russian President Vladimir Putin after Moscow claimed that two drones were shot down over the Kremlin and termed it an assassination attempt.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Wednesday (May 3) that his country did not attack Russian President Vladimir Putin after Moscow claimed that two drones were shot down over the Kremlin and termed it an assassination attempt. "We didn't attack Putin... We fight on our territory, we are defending our villages and cities," Zelensky told reporters at a press conference with Nordic leaders in Finland's capital city Helsinki. "We fight on our territory. We are defending our villages and cities. We don't have, you know, enough weapons for this, that's why we don't use it anywhere. For us that is the deficit, we can't spend it and we didn't attack Putin. We leave it to the tribunal," Zelensky added. ALSO READ | Russia arrests Ukraine sabotage group's members for planning 'assassinations' Zelensky arrived in Finland earlier in the day and held talks with Finnish President Sauli Niinisto. He thanked Niinisto for the military support to Ukraine so far and said the two have agreed to speed up further deliveries. The Ukrainian president also participated in a summit in Helsinki which saw a gathering of the leaders of the five Nordic nations. Zelensky reaffirmed that Ukraine aims to be a member of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), while the Nordic NATO members said they would "continue to support Ukraine on its path towards future membership." Zelensky's visit to Finland was announced only after his arrival amid tight security in the Finnish capital. Recently, Finland joined NATO in response to Russia's offensive in Ukraine. Hitting back at the membership of the intergovernmental military alliance, Russia said Finland's accession to NATO was a dangerous historic mistake that would weaken security in the wider region and force Moscow to take counter-measures. Medvedev calls for 'elimination' of Zelensky As Russia accused Ukraine of a drone attack on the Kremlin, former Russian president Dmitry Medvedev called for the physical elimination of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and his clique in Kyiv. "After today's terrorist attack, there are no options left aside from the physical elimination of Zelensky and his cabal," Medvedev said. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

We didn't attack Putin: Ukraine's Zelensky as Nordic nations pledge continued support

<p>The Kremlin has said that it was attacked by Ukrainian drones overnight which it deems was an attempt on Russian President Vladimir Putin's life, the Russian presidential administration has confirmed.</p>

<p>The Kremlin has described the incident as a "planned terrorist attack" and "assassination attempt on the president of Russia." Moscow has vowed&nbsp;"retaliatory measures" in relation to the overnight escalation of the conflict.</p>

<p><strong>ALSO WATCH |&nbsp;Russia-Ukraine war : Kyiv's spring offensive begins with assassination bid on Putin</strong></p>

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<p>"Tonight, the Kyiv regime attempted a drone strike on the Kremlin residence of the President of the Russian Federation. Two drones were aimed at the Kremlin," the Kremlin press service said in a statement.</p>

<p>"We regard these actions as a planned terrorist act and an attempt on the life of the president of the Russian Federation, carried out on the eve of Victory Day, the May 9 parade," the Kremlin said, adding that Putin was not in the building at the time of the alleged attack.</p>

<p data-el="text" data-testid="drop-cap-letter" dir="null">“Russia reserves the right to respond to an attempted strike on the Kremlin where and when it sees fit,” the statement said</p>

<p data-el="text" data-testid="drop-cap-letter" dir="null">Ukrainian officials did not immediately comment on the claim.</p>

<p>Moscow residents reported hearing two explosions behind Kremlin walls shortly after 2 am&nbsp;local time, after which the lights went out.</p>

<p>Footage shared by residents on social media shows&nbsp;smoke filling the sky above the Kremlin.</p>

<p>Authorities have said it was a brazen attack by Ukraine using two drones, both of which they say have been destroyed.</p>

<p>No injuries were reported, according to the TASS news agency.</p>

<p data-el="text" data-testid="drop-cap-letter" dir="null">Russia is currently implementing additional safety measures ahead of its annual May 9 World War II victory commemorations, when the erstwhile Soviet Union states celebrate their victory over Nazi Germany.</p>

<p data-el="text" data-testid="drop-cap-letter" dir="null">Officials had cited security concerns related to the war for limiting the public events.</p>

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The Kremlin has said that it was attacked by Ukrainian drones overnight which it deems was an attempt on Russian President Vladimir Putin's life, the Russian presidential administration has confirmed.

The Kremlin has said that it was attacked by Ukrainian drones overnight which it deems was an attempt on Russian President Vladimir Putin's life, the Russian presidential administration has confirmed. The Kremlin has described the incident as a "planned terrorist attack" and "assassination attempt on the president of Russia." Moscow has vowed "retaliatory measures" in relation to the overnight escalation of the conflict. ALSO WATCH | Russia-Ukraine war : Kyiv's spring offensive begins with assassination bid on Putin × "Tonight, the Kyiv regime attempted a drone strike on the Kremlin residence of the President of the Russian Federation. Two drones were aimed at the Kremlin," the Kremlin press service said in a statement. "We regard these actions as a planned terrorist act and an attempt on the life of the president of the Russian Federation, carried out on the eve of Victory Day, the May 9 parade," the Kremlin said, adding that Putin was not in the building at the time of the alleged attack. “Russia reserves the right to respond to an attempted strike on the Kremlin where and when it sees fit,” the statement said Ukrainian officials did not immediately comment on the claim. Moscow residents reported hearing two explosions behind Kremlin walls shortly after 2 am local time, after which the lights went out. Footage shared by residents on social media shows smoke filling the sky above the Kremlin. Authorities have said it was a brazen attack by Ukraine using two drones, both of which they say have been destroyed. No injuries were reported, according to the TASS news agency. Russia is currently implementing additional safety measures ahead of its annual May 9 World War II victory commemorations, when the erstwhile Soviet Union states celebrate their victory over Nazi Germany. Officials had cited security concerns related to the war for limiting the public events. Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Putin survives assassination attempt, Ukrainian drones attacked Kremlin, claims Russia

Here we bring you a quick round-up of all the latest news and top headlines from all across the globe- Russia accused Ukraine of attempting to kill President Vladimir Putin. It claimed it shot down two drones which were used in the alleged attack. Moscow also claimed that the US has played role of mastermind behind this deadly drone attack.

Plot to kill Putin: US mastermind behind deadly drone attack, says Moscow | WION Speed News

In a major news development, there has been a 'failed' assassination attempt on Russian President Vladimir Putin, claims Russia. Russia said that two Ukrainian drones attacked Kremlin overnight and it downed the drones with no victims or material damage to the Kremlin.

Russia claims Ukraine attempted Putin's assassination, 2 drones downed | World News | WION

<p>Russia said on Wednesday that two Ukrainian drones were destroyed as they hovered over President Vladimir Putin's Kremlin residence. Moscow has threatened Kyiv with "retaliatory actions."</p>

<p>Meanwhile, the Ukrainian side has denied Russian claims related to drone attack on the Kremlin</p>

<p>The footage of the moment when the drones purportedly hovered over the Kremlin in Moscow has gone viral. It shows an aerial projectile moving towards the Kremlin as it is destroyed by what appears to be a reactionary projectile from an air defence system.</p>

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<p>"Tonight, the Kyiv regime attempted a drone strike on the Kremlin residence of the President of the Russian Federation. Two drones were aimed at the Kremlin," the Kremlin press service said in a statement while referring to the purported overnight drone attack on the Russian capital.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We regard these actions as a planned terrorist act and an attempt on the life of the president of the Russian Federation, carried out on the eve of Victory Day, the May 9 parade," the Kremlin said, adding that Putin was not in the building at the time of the alleged attack.</p>

<p data-el="text" data-testid="drop-cap-letter" dir="null">“Russia reserves the right to respond to an attempted strike on the Kremlin where and when it sees fit,” the statement said.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Ukrainian&nbsp;President Volodymyr Zelensky's Press Secretary Nikiforov denied the Russia accusation related to the attack on the Kremlin.</p>

<p>“We have no information about the so-called night attacks on the Kremlin. But, as President Zelensky has repeatedly stated, Ukraine directs all available forces and means to liberate its own territories, and not to attack others," said Nikiforov.</p>

<p>As a matter of precaution, Moscow's mayor announced that unauthorised drone flights will be banned over the Russian capital.</p>

<p>Mayor Sergei Sobyanin, in a statement, said that all drone flights will remain prohibited unless the "government authorities" provide a special permit.</p>

<p>The Russian president will now work from his bunker in his residence in Novo-Ogarevo following Tuesday's overnight attack.&nbsp;</p>

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Russia said on Wednesday that two Ukrainian drones were destroyed as they hovered over President Vladimir Putin's Kremlin residence. Moscow has threatened Kyiv with "retaliatory actions.

Russia said on Wednesday that two Ukrainian drones were destroyed as they hovered over President Vladimir Putin's Kremlin residence. Moscow has threatened Kyiv with "retaliatory actions." Meanwhile, the Ukrainian side has denied Russian claims related to drone attack on the Kremlin The footage of the moment when the drones purportedly hovered over the Kremlin in Moscow has gone viral. It shows an aerial projectile moving towards the Kremlin as it is destroyed by what appears to be a reactionary projectile from an air defence system. × "Tonight, the Kyiv regime attempted a drone strike on the Kremlin residence of the President of the Russian Federation. Two drones were aimed at the Kremlin," the Kremlin press service said in a statement while referring to the purported overnight drone attack on the Russian capital. "We regard these actions as a planned terrorist act and an attempt on the life of the president of the Russian Federation, carried out on the eve of Victory Day, the May 9 parade," the Kremlin said, adding that Putin was not in the building at the time of the alleged attack. “Russia reserves the right to respond to an attempted strike on the Kremlin where and when it sees fit,” the statement said. Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's Press Secretary Nikiforov denied the Russia accusation related to the attack on the Kremlin. “We have no information about the so-called night attacks on the Kremlin. But, as President Zelensky has repeatedly stated, Ukraine directs all available forces and means to liberate its own territories, and not to attack others," said Nikiforov. As a matter of precaution, Moscow's mayor announced that unauthorised drone flights will be banned over the Russian capital. Mayor Sergei Sobyanin, in a statement, said that all drone flights will remain prohibited unless the "government authorities" provide a special permit. The Russian president will now work from his bunker in his residence in Novo-Ogarevo following Tuesday's overnight attack. He further stated that the ban was meant to prevent unauthorised drone flights which could "obstruct the work of law enforcement". WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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