Ukrainians are increasingly turning to tarot readings as a source of comfort and insight during the ongoing conflict with Russia. In a recent livestream, prominent tarot reader Tetya Fanya engaged with her audience of 59,000 viewers, addressing a pressing question: will Ukraine ever receive the highly sought-after Tomahawk missiles from the United States?
During the session, Fanya posed the question, “Will Ukraine receive the Tomahawks?” and began drawing cards to explore the situation. The demand for these long-range missiles has intensified, with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky making repeated appeals to the US government. Zelensky argues that acquiring Tomahawk missiles is crucial for compelling Russian President Vladimir Putin to negotiate and ultimately end the ongoing invasion, which began over three years ago.
The Tomahawk missiles are perceived as a potential turning point in the conflict, capable of striking targets up to 1,500 miles away. A senior US congressional aide emphasized that these weapons could “scare the s–t out of the Russians more than almost anything else we could do.”
In her reading, Fanya drew the knight of pentacles, a card representing the achievement of goals through persistent effort. This reflects the long-standing request Ukraine has made for Tomahawks since the beginning of the Biden administration, which has thus far declined to fulfill these requests. According to Fanya, “It’s a long game,” indicating that while the outcome may not be immediate, hope remains.
The tarot reader pulled additional cards, including the page of pentacles and the five of pentacles, suggesting mixed messages about the future availability of these weapons. “Proponents of this missile believe it will be useful in the future, but that future is not now,” she noted. This statement resonates with the current uncertainty surrounding the deliveries of military aid to Ukraine.
In a recent development, the Pentagon has cleared the sale of Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine, according to a report by CNN. The final decision now rests with Donald Trump, who has previously voiced concerns about the potential escalation of the conflict due to the introduction of such advanced weaponry. Trump stated he wanted to “find out what they’re doing with them,” reflecting the cautious stance of some US officials.
Fanya’s readings have increasingly focused on the war, especially questions from Ukrainians residing in territories currently occupied by Russian forces. “People really want to return home,” she shared with the Kyiv Independent, highlighting the emotional toll of the conflict on those affected.
As Ukraine continues to navigate its complex relationship with its allies and adversaries, the quest for Tomahawk missiles remains a significant focal point both in the realm of military strategy and in the daily lives of Ukrainians seeking solace in unconventional ways.
