Venus and Mars, the planets of war and peace, love and desire, come together in Aquarius from February 23rd to March 2nd, 2026.

This combination is a match between planetary enemies, though it gives you an affinity for relationships, where you hit the sweet spot between compromise and desire. There is a powerfully Aquarian signature in the sky through this transit, with different planets in this sign, and you are not content with any one thing, either personally or professionally. Venus and Mars remain at different ends of Aquarius, with Venus initially in Shatabishta and Mars entering in Dhanishta, and they each influence the other without being overwhelmed.

Venus is more comfortable of the two in this sign, and keeping a cool, easy friendship is better than giving in to impulse. Target a special person or social circle you want to join, but do it slowly and with purpose. You are aspirational, but open-minded, and work on improving your look, or meeting the entry requirements of a colourful and unusual club. Stay polite and polished, and don’t become pushy in your chase, or you risk driving people away. Venus and Mars, coming together with rebellious Rahu, further amplify your desire and may inspire you to seek a shortcut to your chosen goal.

You tend to lack detachment and even become slightly obsessed with your ambition, or with an attractive person who exercises a powerful temptation. Jealousy can also arise, and you need to be mindful of the signals you send out in the company. An overwhelming physical chemistry can override your usual reserve and lead you into a karmic situation that is hard to avoid.