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mardi, octobre 12, 2021

19°Balance - 20211012

 

Ils sont nés un 12 octobre
Franck Alamo, Philippe Bruneau, Clementine Celarie, Brigitte Lahaie, Francoise Parturier, Regis Pasquier, Luciano Pavarotti.


Mardi 12 octobre :

- Saturne est stationnaire en longitude, � 04h18

- Saturne est stationnaire en ascension droite, � 04h27

- Vers 11h45, maximum de l'essaim m�t�oritique des delta-Aurigides (DAU), actif du 10 au 18 Octobre (taux horaire : 2)


Demain :

- L'ast�ro�de (59) Elpis est en opposition (magV 10,9)

- La d�clinaison de la Lune est maximale, � -26�12'10''

- A 16h49, conjonction g�ocentrique en longitude entre Nunki (sigma Sagittarii) et la Lune, � 0�07'


Chart Style
Tuesday
October 12, 2021
5:18:00 PM  GMT +2:00
48° 52' N · 002° 20' E
Paris, FR
Aspects
 – 6° 33' – a
 – 6° 12' – s
 – 1° 28' – s
 – 2° 52' – a
 – 0° 38' – s
 – 1° 32' – a
 – 0° 21' – a
 – 5° 04' – a
 – 0° 36' – sp
 – 0° 44' – a
 – 0° 20' – sp
 – 4° 43' – s
 – 0° 23' – sp
 – 1° 16' – a
 – 4° 20' – a
 – 0° 50' – ap
 – 2° 32' – a
PlanetLongitudeSpeedLatitudeRADecl.H
 Sun19  31' 01" +0.989700 N 00198° 01'07 S 388
 Moon12  58' 31" +14.01103 S 20284° 27'26 S 0811
 North Node02 35  S-+0.015000 N 00060° 31'20 N 413
 South Node02  35  S-+0.015000 N 00240° 31'20 S 419
 Mercury13  20  R1.002300 S 54191° 54'06 S 068
 Venus05  37 +1.080302 S 55243° 09'24 S 079
 Mars18  03 +0.660600 N 37196° 53'06 S 318
 Jupiter22  23  R0.019201 S 10325° 08'15 S 0912
 Saturn06  53 +0.002400 S 49309° 30'19 S 2112
 Uranus13 43  R0.036600 S 25041° 23'15 N 343
 Neptune21  03  R0.023401 S 10352° 14'04 S 381
 Pluto24  19 +0.003001 S 40296° 33'22 S 5411
 Proserpina16  30 +0.012500 N 51224° 18'15 S 589
 Chiron10 15  R0.044402 N 22008° 29'06 N 142
 Ceres12 06  R0.022206 S 06071° 26'16 N 123
 Pallas11  18  R0.165900 N 23342° 36'06 S 581
 Juno19  36 +0.279011 N 11259° 34'11 S 5310
 Vesta11  22 +0.525304 N 02220° 12'11 S 249
 True Lilith10 56  S+0.387301 S 55039° 08'13 N 183
 Mean Lilith09 33 +0.111000 N 31067° 48'22 N 243
 Selena12  39 +0.140800 N 00283° 45'22 S 5111
House CuspPlanets in House  
As25  44 
202 01 
308 18 
IC14 34
508  18
602  01
Ds25  44
802  01 
908  18 
MC14  34 
1108  18 
1202  01 
Vx16  46Vertex
Ax16  46Anti-Vertex
19 11Part of Fortune
03 47Mean Lunar Node
GMT: 15:18:00 · October 12, 2021
Sidereal Time: 16:53:00
RAMC: 253° 14' 59"
Porphyry
ΔT: 69.9 sec.


20th Degree of Libra
Sabian Symbol:
In a tiny room ridiculously cluttered with manuscripts and books sits a Jewish rabbi at ease with self and world.

13th Degree of Capricorn
Sabian Symbol:
Back against the mountains towards the East that fringe the roof of the world a fire worshipper is meditating.

14th Degree of Libra
Sabian Symbol:
The courtyard of a Spanish hacienda in a tropical country is revealed; in its shade the master takes a noon siesta.

6th Degree of Sagittarius
Sabian Symbol:
There is a great display of color coming and going in a large concourse of people; it is a cricket game.

19th Degree of Libra
Sabian Symbol:
A gang of robbers are seen in hiding, ready and anxious to attack the heavily armed caravan just coming into sight.

23rd Degree of Aquarius
Sabian Symbol:
A big trained bear sitting on a chair especially built for him is waving all four paws in grotesque fashion.

7th Degree of Aquarius
Sabian Symbol:
In a fantasy presented by the children of an exclusive school a huge egg cracks to reveal a cherubic miss.

14th Degree of Taurus
Sabian Symbol:
Several children are splashing with delight in a receding tide, and at their feet are shellfish groping for shelter.

22nd Degree of Pisces
Sabian Symbol:
Down the man-made mountain of industry in allegorical representation some the prophet with tablets of a new law.

25th Degree of Capricorn
Sabian Symbol:
The little boys are welcomes to the store of the genial oriental rug dealer for rare fun in piled softness.

12th Degree of Pisces
Sabian Symbol:
A convocation of the Lodge of Initiates has brought the earth's glorious souls in spirit to examine candidates.

20th Degree of Sagittarius
Sabian Symbol:
The pond has been deeply frozen for weeks; now the men and machinery are at work cutting out the summer's ice.

13th Degree of Capricorn
Sabian Symbol:
Back against the mountains towards the East that fringe the roof of the world a fire worshipper is meditating.



Chart

 

Current Planets
12-Oct-2021, 15:35 UT/GMT
Sun19Libra31'41"
Moon13Capricorn8'21"
Mercury13Libra18' 4"r
Venus5Sagittarius38' 2"
Mars18Libra3'10"
Jupiter22Aquarius22'53"r
Saturn6Aquarius52'51"
Uranus13Taurus42'38"r
Neptune21Pisces2'44"r
Pluto24Capricorn19'22"
TrueNode2Gemini35'15"
Chiron10Aries14'55"r





PlanetLongitude
Sun19 Lib 30' 60"
Moon12 Cap 58' 32"
Mercury13 Lib 18' 46" R
Venus05 Sag 37' 17"
Mars18 Lib 02' 42"
Jupiter22 Aqu 22' 54" R
Saturn06 Aqu 52' 50"
Uranus13 Tau 42' 40" R
Neptune21 Pis 02' 45" R
Pluto24 Cap 19' 22"
Chiron10 Ari 14' 57" R
Lilith09 Gem 33' 20"
True Node02 Gem 35' 15"




PlanetAspectPlanetOrb
 
SunConjunctionMars1.47
SunTrineJupiter2.87
SunQuincunxNeptune1.53
 
MoonSquareMercury0.34
MoonTrineUranus0.74
MoonSquareChiron2.73
 
MercurySquareMoon0.34
MercuryQuincunxUranus0.40
 
VenusSextileSaturn1.26
 
MarsConjunctionSun1.47
 
JupiterTrineSun2.87
 
SaturnSextileVenus1.26
SaturnTrineLilith2.67
 
UranusTrineMoon0.74
UranusQuincunxMercury0.40
 
NeptuneQuincunxSun1.53
 
 
ChironSquareMoon2.73
ChironSextileLilith0.69
 
LilithTrineSaturn2.67
LilithSextileChiron0.69






October 12th, 2021 (PT)
[S]The Sun is in Libra
phase de la Lune du jourThe Moon is in Capricorn
The First Quarter Moon is in Capricorn: All day
[Hg]
[Rx]
Current Mercury Retrograde Period
Sep 26 - Oct 18







October 12, 2021Tu
  
    15:54
    16:35
Re:    








Paris
Tue, Oct 12, 2021

MARDI12OCTOBRESemaine 41 - Jour 285 | WilfriedGPremier quartier



Sunrise 08:05
Sunset 19:09
Twilight ends 20:53
begins 06:21



October 12th, 2021 (PT)
[S]The Sun is in Libra
phase de la Lune du jourThe Moon is in Capricorn
The First Quarter Moon is in Capricorn: All day
[Hg]
[Rx]
Current Mercury Retrograde Period
Sep 26 - Oct 18





Capricorn6-day old moon
Waxing Crescent

41%

6 days old

7th Lunar Day  15:35

This Lunar Day is propitious to results obtained through one's efforts, material comfort, but also handing in one's notice, disappointments.


Waxing Moon

A good time for long-term partnership and for starting the implementation of far-reaching plans.


Moon in Capricorn  17:05

Suitable energy for working, planning, seeking employment, building, creating the foundations of something lasting, looking after the oldies, family business, saving, budgeting, studying serious subjects, scholarly work, pursuit of excellence. Important purchases, house, real estate, business, cars, antiques, insurance policies, payment of taxes and government fees.




RiseSet
Mercury07:4018:50
Venus12:3520:39
Moon15:3723:21
Mars07:5819:07
Jupiter17:1202:55
Saturn16:3301:31



Mardi 12 Octobre 2021 17h18
mar. 12 oct. 2021 14h TU
planetesignedegre
SoleilBalance19.27
LuneCapricorne12.14
MercureBalanceR13.22
VenusSagittaire05.33
MarsBalance18.00
JupiterVerseauR22.25
SaturneVerseau06.54
UranusTaureauR13.41
NeptunePoissonsR21.02
PlutonCapricorne24.45
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Ephemerides astro 12/10/2021 à 14h TU
mardi 12 octobre 21
St Wilfried
Bonne fête Fred, Séraphin, Séraphine, Wilfrid.
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phase de la Lune du jourNouvelle Lune 06/10 11h05
premier quartier 13/10 03h27
Pleine Lune 20/10 14h57
second quartier 28/10 20h06
prochaine lunaison 04/11 21h15
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Oct 12 2021 17:53 Mar
Mars Day    / 16°

Risque de pluie : 0% - Humi. : 84%

Vent :Nord-Nord-Ouest - 15 km/h

Lever : 08:06 - Coucher : 19:06

      Clair

PlanetStartsEndsPlanetStartsEnds
Mars Hour08:0609:02Saturn Hour19:0920:14
Sun Hour09:0209:57Jupiter Hour20:1421:18
Venus Hour09:5710:52Mars Hour21:1822:23
Mercury Hour10:5211:47Sun Hour22:2323:28
Moon Hour11:4712:42Venus Hour23:2800:33
Saturn Hour12:4213:38Mercury Hour00:3301:38
Jupiter Hour13:3814:33Moon Hour01:3802:43
Mars Hour14:3315:28Saturn Hour02:4303:48
Sun Hour15:2816:23Jupiter Hour03:4804:53
Venus Hour16:2317:18Mars Hour04:5305:58
Mercury Hour17:1818:13Sun Hour05:5807:03
Moon Hour18:1319:09Venus Hour07:0308:08








OCTOBER 12

The Moon continues its transit of Capricorn all day, and the First Quarter Moon is exact tonight when the Capricorn Moon forms a square to the Sun in Libra. There is a crisis theme surrounding any quarter Moon phase, as we feel compelled to take action. Shortly after, we become aware of how our actions affect those close to us, perhaps through trial and error. It’s a time of stress, but it’s the kind of tension that motivates us to make changes. Relationship and material goals tend to clash, causing some pressure or anxiety. Even so, transits today help us find a balance between learning from tradition and seeing things progressively.



Sabian symbol 200 - A Jewish rabbi
Sun enters the next Sabian symbol 12/10 at 04:47 h (chart)
Libra 19-20° – Sabian symbol 200
"A Jewish rabbi"


Author of Sabian paintings is Ruby Fumizki from Japan.



Sabian symbol 201 - A crowd upon a beach
Sun enters the next Sabian symbol
13/10 at 05:02 h (chart)
Libra 20-21° – Sabian symbol 201
"A crowd upon a beach"




Astrology Vertex Online Calculator, Anti-Vertex Sign
Le VERTEX = l'inévitable rencontre

Vertex/Anti-VertexLongitudeSignHouse
VXVertex0°00’AriesAries9
AVXAnti-Vertex0°00’LibraLibra3
Vertex (VX) equation formula
VX = atan (cos RAMC ÷ ((sin e * cot L) - (cos e * sin RAMC)))
RAMCRight Ascension of MC20°47’
eObliquity of the Ecliptic23°26’
LGeo Latitude0°00’



PlanetSabian Symbol
Slunce
Sun
Sabian symbol 200 - A Jewish rabbiLibra 19-20° - Sabian Symbol 200
"A Jewish rabbi"
Luna
Moon
Sabian symbol 284 - An ancient bas-relief carved in graniteCapricorn 13-14° - Sabian Symbol 284
"An ancient bas-relief carved in granite"
Merkur
Mercury
Sabian symbol 194 - A noon siestaLibra 13-14° - Sabian Symbol 194
"A noon siesta"
Venuše
Venus
Sabian symbol 246 - A game of cricketSagittarius 5-6° - Sabian Symbol 246
"A game of cricket"
Mars
Mars
Sabian symbol 199 - A gang of robbers in hidingLibra 18-19° - Sabian Symbol 199
"A gang of robbers in hiding"
Jupiter
Jupiter
Sabian symbol 323 - A big bear sitting down and waving all its pawsAquarius 22-23° - Sabian Symbol 323
"A big bear sitting down and waving all its paws"
Saturn
Saturn
Sabian symbol 307 - A child born out of an eggshellAquarius 6-7° - Sabian Symbol 307
"A child born out of an eggshell"
Uran
Uranus
Sabian symbol 44 - Shellfish groping and children playingTaurus 13-14° - Sabian Symbol 44
"Shellfish groping and children playing"
Neptun
Neptune
Sabian symbol 352 - A man bringing down the new law from Mount SinaiPisces 21-22° - Sabian Symbol 352
"A man bringing down the new law from Mount Sinai"
Pluto
Pluto
Sabian symbol 295 - An oriental-rug dealerCapricorn 24-25° - Sabian Symbol 295
"An oriental-rug dealer"
S.Uzel
Node
Sabian symbol 64 - Holly and mistletoeGemini 3-4° - Sabian Symbol 64
"Holly and mistletoe"
Lilith
Lilith
Sabian symbol 70 - An aeroplane fallingGemini 9-10° - Sabian Symbol 70
"An aeroplane falling"
Cheirón
Chiron
Sabian symbol 11 - The president of the countryAries 10-11° - Sabian Symbol 11
"The president of the country"
Fortune
Fortune
Sabian symbol 104 - A very old man facing a vast dark space to the northeastCancer 13-14° - Sabian Symbol 104
"A very old man facing a vast dark space to the northeast"
Vertex
Vertex
Sabian symbol 187 - A woman feeding chickens and protecting them from the hawksLibra 6-7° - Sabian Symbol 187
"A woman feeding chickens and protecting them from the hawks"
HouseSabian Symbol
1. ASC
Sabian symbol 19 - The magic carpetAries 18-19° - Sabian Symbol 19
"The magic carpet"
4. IC
Sabian symbol 99 - A tiny nude miss reaching in the water for a fishCancer 8-9° - Sabian Symbol 99
"A tiny nude miss reaching in the water for a fish"
7. DESC
Sabian symbol 199 - A gang of robbers in hidingLibra 18-19° - Sabian Symbol 199
"A gang of robbers in hiding"
10. MC
Sabian symbol 279 - An angel carrying a harpCapricorn 8-9° - Sabian Symbol 279
"An angel carrying a harp"
Planets:
 Sun - Self, individuality, personality
The Sun symbolises a personal identity. It shows us areas where the person should learn to be independent, where he should fulfill his potential, differentiate himself from others and shine. The position of the Sun may tell us which profession would best suit the character of a person.
 Libra 19-20° - Sabian Symbol 200
"A Jewish rabbi"
Sabian symbol 200 - A Jewish rabbi
 Moon - Emotions, instincts, roots, mother
Place in the horoscope where the Moon is tells us what gives the person a sense of security, and where to find it. It describes how sensitive we are and how we instinctively interact with our surroundings. The Moon also tells us about our childhood and our experiences with our mother.
 Capricorn 13-14° - Sabian Symbol 284
"An ancient bas-relief carved in granite"
Sabian symbol 284 - An ancient bas-relief carved in granite
 Mercury - Thinking, communication, intellect, learning
Mercury is the planet that brings us interest in intellectual things, about teaching and learning. It also indicates into what depth we want to study things. It gives us natural intelligence and the ability to analyse and reproduce.
 Libra 13-14° - Sabian Symbol 194
"A noon siesta"
Sabian symbol 194 - A noon siesta
 Venus - Sensuality, love, harmony, pleasure
Venus symbolises attractivity. Sign in which Venus is tells us what we are attracted to and this enables us to give or receive love and affection, beauty and happiness, values and principles. The negative side is that it represents weakness and shallowness.
 Sagittarius 5-6° - Sabian Symbol 246
"A game of cricket"
Sabian symbol 246 - A game of cricket
 Mars - Activity, energy, courage, assertiveness
Mars symbolises the need to get what we want. This means our driving force which includes sex drive, initiative and courage. Mars tells us about our desires, sensuality, courage and will. It also tells us about how we are able to overcome obstacles and how active we are.
 Libra 18-19° - Sabian Symbol 199
"A gang of robbers in hiding"
Sabian symbol 199 - A gang of robbers in hiding
 Jupiter - Happiness, optimism, expansion
Jupiter symbolises growth, expansion, laws, faith and ethics that guide it. It represents a sense for development and support, which can lead to opportunities, wealth and faith. However, if Jupiter is damaged, the person becomes immoral and extremist.
 Aquarius 22-23° - Sabian Symbol 323
"A big bear sitting down and waving all its paws"
Sabian symbol 323 - A big bear sitting down and waving all its paws
 Saturn - Restriction, order, maturity, time
Saturn is our strict teacher who is able to ruthlessly examine our maturity. However, it is not only the despot, but also the archetype of the sage who uses pain as a means to get our attention on what we should focus on and what we should continue to develop.
 Aquarius 6-7° - Sabian Symbol 307
"A child born out of an eggshell"
Sabian symbol 307 - A child born out of an eggshell
 Uranus - Originality, freedom, revolution
Uranus is the power of awakening, which often means that there will be some disruption and change. Events under the influence of Uranus are unexpected or unpredictable, forcing us to do things in a new way and face the truth about this or that issue.
 Taurus 13-14° - Sabian Symbol 44
"Shellfish groping and children playing"
Sabian symbol 44 - Shellfish groping and children playing
 Neptune - Fantasy, illusion, spirituality, imagination
Neptune is called the Lord of the Invisible Empire, which is a mysterious name of a mysterious planet. Perhaps we could describe it as a dimension of life that cannot be experienced by our five senses and we can only understand and perceive it in our imagination.
 Pisces 21-22° - Sabian Symbol 352
"A man bringing down the new law from Mount Sinai"
Sabian symbol 352 - A man bringing down the new law from Mount Sinai
 Pluto - Transformation, regeneration, power
Pluto is the planet of death and rebirth. It is the end of all things, it is the Judgment Day. It can give rise to obsessions or convictions. On the dark end of its spectrum it can manifest as "succumbing to the urge," or it can create an individual who has the ability to get to the core of things, destroy negative things and bring on healing and transformation.
 Capricorn 24-25° - Sabian Symbol 295
"An oriental-rug dealer"
Sabian symbol 295 - An oriental-rug dealer
Objects:
 Lunar Nodes - North Node and South Node
The Lunar Nodes aren’t planets, but rather astrology mathematical points, that are directly opposite each other in the chart. It is said, that your life purpose is encoded between them - in the line between North Node and South Node. The South Node indicates your comfort zone, your habitual place, while your North Node shows life lessons and what you’re striving for in this lifetime. Both Lunar Nodes are almost always retrogade.
 Gemini 3-4° - Sabian Symbol 64
"Holly and mistletoe"
Sabian symbol 64 - Holly and mistletoe
 Lilith - Black Moon - Fascination and Denial
Lilith is a fictional point - the second empty focal point of elliptical orbit of the Moon around the Earth.
In mythology, Lilith refused to submit to Adam, rebelled against the connection between Adam and Eve, decided to escape from the world of people and made a connection with Satan.
In astrology, Lilith symbolises either fascination or refusal of topics with which she is connected with. Both, the fascination or the rejection of the given topics, can eventually engulf the person and take him "away" from the human world.
 Gemini 9-10° - Sabian Symbol 70
"An aeroplane falling"
Sabian symbol 70 - An aeroplane falling
 Chiron - Wounded Healer, inner teacher
Chiron is an asteroid between Saturn and Uranus. Its orbit is very unusual and represents a bridge between material and spiritual worlds.
According to mythology, Chiron was a great healer, wise teacher and one of the immortal Centaurs. Unfortunately, he was "deadly" injured by a poisonous arrow by Heracles, his favourite disciple. He was suffering in great pain but he could not die. Finally, he gave up his immortality for the benefit of Prometheus who was also suffering, and Chiron was sent to the underworld. In the underworld Zeus had mercy for him and he raised him to the heaven.
In astrology, Chiron symbolises our unhealable injuries and incurable trauma. However, if a person, instead of drowning in his own trauma, is able to accept the trauma and help others who are also suffering, and accept that suffering is part of life, then Chiron may be the key to wisdom, or even to some sort of "Initiation Gate".
 Aries 10-11° - Sabian Symbol 11
"The president of the country"
Sabian symbol 11 - The president of the country
1st house
1st house - Ascendant (ASC)
Physical personality
Ascendant (ASC) - Symbolises basic personality traits such as physical appearance, temperament, behaviour, relationship to life and the first impression the person gives.
 Aries 18-19° - Sabian Symbol 19
"The magic carpet"
Sabian symbol 19 - The magic carpet
4th house
4th house - Immum Coeli
Home, Soul
Immum Coeli - Symbolises home and tradition, mother, family background, emotionality, inheritability and property. It shows characteristics that are hidden inside.
 Cancer 8-9° - Sabian Symbol 99
"A tiny nude miss reaching in the water for a fish"
Sabian symbol 99 - A tiny nude miss reaching in the water for a fish
7th house
7th house - Descendant
Partner and intimate relationships
Descendant - Symbolises other people, relationships, cooperation, marriage, partnership, contracts, open hostility.
 Libra 18-19° - Sabian Symbol 199
"A gang of robbers in hiding"
Sabian symbol 199 - A gang of robbers in hiding
10th house
10th house - Medium Coeli (MC)
Career, prestige and reputation
Medium Coeli (MC) - Symbolises social status, career, reputation, honours, fame, success, authoritative personality, father.
 Capricorn 8-9° - Sabian Symbol 279
"An angel carrying a harp"
Sabian symbol 279 - An angel carrying a harp





Author
Author of Sabian paintings is Ruby Fumizki from Japan.
You can follow her work on her website rubyfmzk.com or Instagram






THE MOON IN CAPRICORN

We’re seeking out more structure and working hard to achieve some measure of security with the Moon in Capricorn. We’re able to tone down our emotional needs so that we can focus on material or practical priorities.

14TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN

Part of Body: Right knee cartilage 

Sabian Symbol: An ancient bas-relief carved in granite.

ASPECTS OF THE MOON

SQUARE THE SUN  Orb 6°09′ Applying

There can be a conflict between our intentions and our emotions now. We can feel tense and unsatisfied until we take care of problems. We can be unsure about whether we want support or to do things independently.

SQUARE MERCURY  Orb 0°05′ Separating

It’s difficult to make decisions now as emotional needs and wants seem to conflict with what we feel are the most logical choices. Judgment may be skewed by emotions or personal bias.

SQUARE MARS  Orb 4°40′ Applying

We may be short-tempered and impatient, and can express our emotions in a raw, unpolished manner. We can resent others’ interference now.

TRINE URANUS  Orb 0°19′ Applying

We are open to new ideas, ways of expressing ourselves and our feelings. A break in the routine is pleasing now. We could be experimenting with new ideas or feelings. There can be chance meetings, events that occur that open our hearts or our emotional awareness.

SQUARE CHIRON  Orb 3°08′ Separating

We could be dwelling on hurt feelings or resentments. We can be sensitive to what others think of us, and decisions made now may not reflect our hearts and can be regrettable later on. We might take things the wrong way due to sensitivity. We may not make efforts to be understood. Hurt feelings are opportunities for healing.

THE SUN

THE SUN IN LIBRA

This is the time of year for seeking out more harmony and balance, and paying special attention to our close relationships.

20TH DEGREE OF LIBRA

Part of Body: Calyx minor 

Sabian Symbol: A jewish rabbi.

ASPECTS OF THE SUN

CONJUNCTION MERCURY  Orb 6°15′ Separating

Thoughts and communications about ourselves and our goals. We are expressing ourselves confidently, directly, and clearly.

CONJUNCTION MARS  Orb 1°28′ Separating

We are more direct, spontaneous, and impulsive now, but can also be too self-focused and impatient.

TRINE JUPITER  Orb 2°50′ Applying

There can be a nice, healthy feeling of optimism and confidence now. We might promote, publish, advertise, or market with greater success. We are generous and tolerant, giving people the benefit of the doubt, expecting the best from others and from ourselves. We can see the big picture. 

QUINCUNX NEPTUNE  Orb 1°29′ Applying

Dreaming, creating, and imagining have better results than hard decision making right now. There can be a temporary loss/lack of clarity. We can be questoning whether what we are doing or pursuing feeds our spiritual needs. Make adjustments if there is a discrepancy.

SQUARE PLUTO  Orb 4°46′ Applying

We may be tempted to control or manipulate events and people, and can have difficulty reaching a compromise. We might need to reevaluate expectations, face our fears, manage power struggles, and deal with urges to control others and situations.

MERCURY

MERCURY IN LIBRA

You are a diplomat and peacemaker, often acting as a go-between in relationships. You a good communicator, putting others at their ease.  Arguments may upset you, as you prefer harmony in communications.

14TH DEGREE OF LIBRA

Part of Body: Left inguinal lymph nodes 

Sabian Symbol: A noon siesta.

ASPECTS OF MERCURY

CONJUNCTION MARS  Orb 4°46′ Separating

Questions are raised, discussions can become heated, and there can be nervous excitement now. Enthusiasm is strong, particularly for ideas and topics. Impulsive speech or other communications, and possibly lacking in sensitivity. Resourcefulness.

TRINE SATURN  Orb 6°24′ Applying

We are cautious, careful, tuned in to details, and rely on common sense at this time.

QUINCUNX URANUS  Orb 0°25′ Separating

Things may not be running smoothly, and we may need to make adjustments to accommodate others’ input or changes of plans or opinions.

OPPOSITION CHIRON  Orb 3°02′ Applying

There can be insecurity about our own ideas or decisions, or we may not know who/what to believe. Words, or lack of, can hurt right now. There is greater sensitivity to what is being said, choice of words, and syntax.

VENUS

VENUS IN SAGITTARIUS

You want to share adventure with your partner, ranging from sharing adventurous ideas to hiking in the mountains. You may also enjoy relating with foreigners, and dining out with your partner at foreign restaurants.

6TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS

Part of Body: Left femoral artery 

Sabian Symbol: A game of cricket.

ASPECTS OF VENUS

SEXTILE SATURN  Orb 1°13′ Applying

We are conservative with our feelings, affections, and pleasures. We value loyalty, duty, honor, steadiness, and economy now, and our judgment is sound if on the cautious side. Smart purchases. Maturity in love and with money and business. A good time to form personal or professional alliances.

TRINE CHIRON  Orb 4°35′ Applying

Opportunities for relationships or socializing can arise now. Interactions are open, warm, and supportive of growth.

OPPOSITION THE NORTH NODE  Orb 3°03′ Separating

We may be re-evaluating relationships in terms of whether or not they are contributing to our personal growth. There could be some superficiality in our interactions now.

CONJUNCTION THE SOUTH NODE  Orb 3°03′ Separating

We may be re-evaluating relationships in terms of whether or not they are contributing to our personal growth. There could be some superficiality in our interactions now.

MARS

MARS IN LIBRA

You have a strong desire for diplomacy and justice, and a strong creative urge. You may become indecisive when opposed.

19TH DEGREE OF LIBRA

Part of Body: Calyx major 

Sabian Symbol: A gang of robbers in hiding.

ASPECTS OF MARS

TRINE JUPITER  Orb 4°19′ Applying

You are enthusiastic with an endless source of energy. You could direct your energy to achievement in sports, politics or travel.

JUPITER

JUPITER IN AQUARIUS

You are a seeker of the new and inspirational. You hold racially-inclusive values, and are a humanitarian.

23RD DEGREE OF AQUARIUS

Part of Body: Left gastroscnemius muscle 

Sabian Symbol: A big bear sitting down and waving all its paws.

SATURN

SATURN IN AQUARIUS

You have an ability to work well in groups. Your work is often original and innovative.

7TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS

Part of Body: Right saphenous veins 

Sabian Symbol: A child born of an eggshell.

ASPECTS OF SATURN

SEXTILE CHIRON  Orb 3°22′ Applying

You have the opportunity through perseverance to face emotional pain in your life and discover your own natural sense of authority.

URANUS

URANUS IN TAURUS

(1934 – 1942) We approach money and personal possessions in new ways and learn how to free ourselves from certain material constraints. Innovative ways to make ourselves comfortable emerge. We’re less inhibited about expressing sensuality, self-love, body love, and pampering. We’re challenging what we previously valued. There can be abrupt changes with money, valuables, possessions, and income that lead to a reshuffling of priorities or values. Income might come from non-traditional sources or ventures. We’re bringing progressive ideas to the world of business. New ways of doing business, as well as making, viewing, and handling money are likely. Income and the energy we put into making money can be variable. (May 15, 2018, to November 6, 2018, then March 6, 2019, to July 7, 2025, and then November 7, 2025, to April 25, 2026). 

14TH DEGREE OF TAURUS

Part of Body: True vocal cords 

Sabian Symbol: Shellfish groping and children playing.

NEPTUNE

NEPTUNE IN PISCES

A long-term influence in which fantasy, imagination, compassion, and spirituality are in stronger focus. (April 4, 2011, to August 4, 2011, then February 3, 2012, to March 30, 2025, then October 22, 2025, to January 26, 2026)

22ND DEGREE OF PISCES

Part of Body: Achilles tendon of the right foot 

Sabian Symbol: A man bringing down the new law from Sinai.

PLUTO

PLUTO IN CAPRICORN

Tests of our boundaries; breaking down and rebuilding structures and rules. (From January 25, 2008, to June 14, 2008, then November 26, 2008, to March 23, 2023, then June 11, 2023, to January 20, 2024, then September 1, 2024, to November 19, 2024).

25TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN

Part of Body: Connections between femur and tibia 

Sabian Symbol: An oriental rug dealer.




  • The Moon is in Capricorn.
  • There is no void Moon period today.
  • The Moon is waxing and in its Waxing Crescent phase until 11:24 PM, after which the Moon is in its First Quarter phase.
  • The First Quarter Moon occurs tonight at 11:24 PM.

Today’s Transits (Eastern Daylight Time)

 

Date & Time: Oct 12 2021  0:00 am

Event: Moon in Capricorn

Description: The Moon in Capricorn

Consolidate. Pay attention to the foundations of life. Repair and restructure. Attend to financial or business matters. Make solid plans and get organized.

Date & Time: Oct 12 2021  11:24 pm

Event: First Quarter at 20°Cp00′

Date & Time: Oct 12 2021  1:45 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Jup

Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Jupiter

Self-indulgence is more likely now. We’re not as inclined to consider the consequences of over-eating, over-drinking, or overdoing in general. We may be acting in a haughty manner.

Date & Time: Oct 12 2021  6:39 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Chi

Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Chiron

We may have some difficulty letting go of hurt feelings or resentments. We can be sensitive to what others think of us, and decisions made now may not reflect our hearts, and can be regrettable later on. We might take things the wrong way due to sensitivity. We may not make efforts to be understood. Hurt feelings are opportunities for healing. Now is the time for building bridges, not burning them.

Date & Time: Oct 12 2021  8:25 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Ves

Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Vesta

We can derive a nice feeling of satisfaction and fulfillment from tending to our responsibilities, work, or other commitment. We are more able to make sacrifices or put our emotions aside in order to get something important done. Alternatively, we can bring more sensitivity to our practical affairs. This can be a good time to commit fully to something – especially health and healing matters. It’s also a strong time for taking care of domestic matters.

Date & Time: Oct 12 2021  8:27 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Pal

Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Pallas

There is a good ability to successfully combine logic and intuition, and to understand problems taking into account the human element. There is sensitivity to people’s issues now. Cooperation. Effective, sensitive decision making.

Date & Time: Oct 12 2021  9:47 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Cer

Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Ceres

Date & Time: Oct 12 2021  11:50 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Mer

Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Mercury

We may not be communicating with sensitivity. What we communicate could misrepresent what we truly feel. There could be troubles with mechanics, computers, transportation, and miscommunications. We may not be understanding one another. We can be a little fickle and not especially objective. Think before you speak. Otherwise, misunderstandings are likely to occur. Count to ten if you’re feeling annoyed.

Date & Time: Oct 12 2021  12:33 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Ura

Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Uranus

We are open to new ideas. A break in the routine is pleasing now. We could be experimenting with new ideas or feelings. There can be chance meetings, events that occur that open our minds or our awareness. 

Date & Time: Oct 12 2021  7:13 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Nod

Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting North Node

There may be the need to pause to adjust things before moving plans forward. We could feel at odds with others on an emotional level. Public relations are not as favorable now.

Date & Time: Oct 12 2021  8:26 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Mar

Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Mars

We can overreact and exhibit impatience. However, this can also be a time of self-motivation. Our need for challenges and action is stimulated now, but we may not find the right outlets.

Date & Time: Oct 12 2021  11:24 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Sun

Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Sun

This is a time for noticing discrepancies. Self-expression doesn’t flow well, and conflicts can be stirred. There can be some resistance and irritability. This can be a time when we’re compelled to take action, make changes, and solve problems.

Date & Time: Oct 12 2021  1:57 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Sun Sxt Jun

Description: Transiting Sun Sextile Transiting Juno

We are taking pride in our relationships. It’s a good time to strengthen and support others, and to build trust. We tend to instinctively know how to behave in ways that boost others’ confidence. This can be a pleasantly ambitious period.

Date & Time: Oct 12 2021  0:54 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mer Pll Mar

Description: Transiting Mercury Parallel Transiting Mars

Date & Time: Oct 12 2021  1:29 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mer Qnx Ura

Description: Transiting Mercury Quincunx Transiting Uranus

Things may not be running smoothly, and we may need to make adjustments to accommodate others’ input or changes of plans or opinions.

Date & Time: Oct 12 2021  5:56 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mer Cpl Chi

Description: Transiting Mercury ContraParallel Transiting Chiron

Date & Time: Oct 12 2021  8:56 am

Event: Tr-Tr Ves Tri Pal

Description: Transiting Vesta Trine Transiting Pallas

There is a good balance between learning from tradition and seeing things progressively now. Timing is good, and we might be making strong decisions related to work or long-term projects. 

Date & Time: Oct 12 2021  11:18 pm

Event: Tr Nod R 

Description: Transiting North Node Stationary



**Conjunctions to Select Fixed Stars on October 12, 2021.**

 

Aspects to Uranus 13°Ta42 +15°32′

 conjunct 14°Ta37 MENKAR — A victim of the Unconscious

Aspects to Vesta 11°Sc22 -11°24′

 conjunct 12°Sc09 ACRUX Focused on the physical world.

Aspects to North Node 02°Ge35 +20°40′

 conjunct 02°Ge23 MIRFAK Challenge-oriented.

Aspects to Black Moon 09°Ge33 +22°23′

 conjunct 10°Ge05 ALDEBARAN *** Success through integrity






Sun in Libra Meeting yourself in another person is the keynote of a new cycle which begins for you now. Relationships – romantic, business, social – are the arena where this drama is played out. In coming to know the other person, forging ties that bind two people, you come to a better understanding of yourself. It’s easy in theory, but it’s only in practice that it comes to mean anything real – so practice until you get it right!

Mercury in Libra A new cycle begins for you, signaling a greater than usual interest in relationships, social connections, and the arts – on a more intellectual level than in the past, most likely. Seeing both sides of an issue, and figuring out resolutions to opposing views: these things take on more importance in your life.

Venus in Sagittarius A yearning for adventure and far horizons stirs in you now. To roam, to wander and wonder, to seek freedom and go where no one has gone before – these things are deep and powerful longings. A time of romantic crusades, a universal love that might not be too particular.

Mars in Libra “I’m giving you a definite maybe” – that’s the motto of the cycle you’re now entering. It’s a time of refinement and tact, of an urge to please others that is so strong as to make it hard to decide or act for fear of offending someone. You’ll quickly learn to balance this out, or you’ll discover that there is no peace in compromise – and this can be tough on close relationships. The trick is to find the win-win solution to the no-win situation – and if anyone’s ever up to it, you are now.

Jupiter in Aquarius Innovation, reform, and idealism are your paths to growth and gain now. New, futuristic ideas are part of this, but it’s much more than that: putting them into practice is essential because this is much more than empty idealism. A break from the past, a willingness to flaunt convention.

Saturn in Aquarius Ideals are in for a period of testing, as a new phase begins in your life. What are principles worth, unless they are put into practice? That’s an important question for you now. This could mean you may be disappointed by causes you believe in – but if you abandon your principles, you lose.

Uranus in Taurus Practicality and ingenuity combine as powerful drives in your life now that you have begun a new cycle. Taking innovative concepts and making them real and practical is your strong suit; getting stuck in the mud is to be avoided at all costs. Financial savvy, inventiveness, worldly genius.

Neptune in Pisces Things spiritual and psychic take the driver’s seat of your imagination as you begin a new cycle. The fine arts and all manner of fantasies assume a larger-than-life importance. Surrendering to fate, karma, and other powers greater than merely mortal may be seen as the ultimate liberation. If all is Maya (illusion), what is the reality that gives rise to the world of appearances?

Pluto in Capricorn As this new phase dawns for you, the pursuit of social/political power and status has a way of seeming necessary and inevitable – and let nothing stand in its way. It starts out small but has bigger consequences than you’d think. Ambition, responsibility, a place for everyone, and everyone in their place…




This Week in Astrology Calendar: October 10 to 16, 2021






DateMoon Phase
(Lunar Phase)
Moon Sign
Organs influenced by the Moon Sign
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Surgery
FriOct 1Waning Crescent
from 00:54
Leo
Heart, aorta, blood pressure, blood circulationYes
SatOct 2Waning CrescentLeoHeart, aorta, blood pressure, blood circulationYes
SunOct 3Waning Crescent
from 08:38
Virgo
Pancreas, small intestine, digestive tractYes
MonOct 4Waning CrescentVirgoPancreas, small intestine, digestive tractYes
TueOct 5Waning CrescentVirgo
from 12:41
Libra
Pancreas, small intestine, digestive tractYes
WedOct 6NEW MOON
at 11:05
LibraKidney, ureter, urinary bladder, veins, skinNo
ThuOct 7Waxing CrescentLibra
from 14:22
Scorpio
Kidney, ureter, urinary bladder, veins, skin-
FriOct 8Waxing CrescentScorpioGenitals, anus, urethra, prostate-
SatOct 9Waxing CrescentScorpio
from 15:24
Sagittarius
Genitals, anus, urethra, prostate-
SunOct 10Waxing CrescentSagittariusLiver, hips, thighs, sacrum-
MonOct 11Waxing CrescentSagittarius
from 17:15
Capricorn
Liver, hips, thighs, sacrum-
TueOct 12Waxing CrescentCapricornBackbone, joints, knees, skin, hair-
WedOct 13First QuarterCapricorn
from 20:48
Aquarius
Backbone, joints, knees, skin, hair-
ThuOct 14Waxing GibbousAquariusCalf, ankle, shin, Achilles-
FriOct 15Waxing GibbousAquariusCalf, ankle, shin, Achilles-
SatOct 16Waxing Gibbous
from 02:22
Pisces
Feet, toes, pineal gland-
SunOct 17Waxing GibbousPiscesFeet, toes, pineal gland-
MonOct 18Waxing Gibbous
from 10:04
Aries
Head, teeth, tongue, arteries-
TueOct 19Waxing GibbousAriesHead, teeth, tongue, arteries-
WedOct 20FULL MOON
at 14:56
Aries
from 19:59
Taurus
Head, teeth, tongue, arteriesNO!
ThuOct 21Waning GibbousTaurusNeck, vocal cords, throat, thyroid glandYes
FriOct 22Waning GibbousTaurusNeck, vocal cords, throat, thyroid glandYes
SatOct 23Waning Gibbous
from 07:58
Gemini
Shoulders, arms, hands, bronchial tubes, lungsYes
SunOct 24Waning GibbousGeminiShoulders, arms, hands, bronchial tubes, lungsYes
MonOct 25Waning GibbousGemini
from 21:01
Cancer
Shoulders, arms, hands, bronchial tubes, lungsYes
TueOct 26Waning GibbousCancerStomach, mucosa, breast, womb, ovaryYes
WedOct 27Waning GibbousCancerStomach, mucosa, breast, womb, ovaryYes
ThuOct 28Last Quarter
from 09:08
Leo
Heart, aorta, blood pressure, blood circulationYes
FriOct 29Waning CrescentLeoHeart, aorta, blood pressure, blood circulationYes
SatOct 30Waning CrescentLeo
from 18:10
Virgo
Heart, aorta, blood pressure, blood circulationYes
SunOct 31Waning CrescentVirgoPancreas, small intestine, digestive tractYes




IMF warns pandemic darkening prospects in developing countries

The IMF said the key policy priority for restoring economic growth must be to ensure Covid-19 vaccines are deployed worldwide

Washington (AFP) - The ongoing hit from the Covid-19 pandemic and the failure to distribute vaccines worldwide is worsening the economic divide and darkening prospects for developing nations, the IMF said Tuesday.

Global economic growth this year and next is expected to continue as the recovery solidifies broadly, but the overall figures mask large downgrades and ongoing struggles for some countries.

“The outlook for the low-income developing country group has darkened considerably due to worsening pandemic dynamics,” IMF chief economist Gita Gopinath said.

The setbacks, which she blamed on the “great vaccine divide,” will impact the restoration of living standards, and a prolonged pandemic downturn “could reduce global GDP by a cumulative $5.3 trillion over the next five years,” she warned.

Meanwhile, advanced economies face “more difficult near-term prospects… in part due to supply disruptions.”

That threatens to drive prices higher, especially in the United States, where growth this year will be slower than previously anticipated, even taking into consideration massive spending bills, according to the International Monetary Fund’s latest World Economic Outlook.

Updated IMF economic growth forecasts by world region and selected countries.

Output worldwide is expected to grow 5.9 percent this year, only slightly lower that projected in July, before slowing to 4.9 percent in 2022, the report said.

But the wave of infections from the Delta variant of Covid-19 and the drastically lower vaccination rate in developing nations, along with supply bottlenecks, have slowed or pushed back the recovery in many economies.

“The dangerous divergence in economic prospects across countries remains a major concern,” Gopinath said in a blog post on the new forecasts.

Advanced economies are expected to regain “pre-pandemic trend path in 2022 and exceed it by 0.9 percent in 2024,” she said.

However, in emerging market and developing economies, excluding China, output “is expected to remain 5.5 percent below the pre-pandemic forecast in 2024.”

Amid the danger of long-term scarring, “The foremost policy priority is therefore to vaccinate at least 40 percent of the population in every country by end-2021 and 70 percent by mid-2022,” she said.

- Delicate US balancing act -

The world’s largest economy has benefitted from massive fiscal stimulus, but the Delta wave has undermined progress, and the IMF slashed the US growth forecast for this year to six percent, a full percentage point off the July figure.

US growth is expected to slow to 5.2 percent next year, slightly faster than previously expected, but policymakers will face a delicate balancing act amid risks of rising inflation and lagging employment, the fund noted.

Production was slow to rebound once the recovery began, creating bottlenecks, notably in semiconductors, and pushing prices higher, while wages also threaten to rise as employers compete for scarce workers.

Gopinath told reporters that while inflation is expected to return to “more normal levels” by mid-2022 in most countries, it could take longer in the United States.

But “There is tremendous uncertainty, we have never seen a recovery of this kind,” she said, noting the labor shortages plaguing employers even amid high unemployment, and supply unable to meet demand.

The fund is keeping a close eye on US wage increases, which so far have been concentrated in a limited number of industries, as well as rising housing prices.

US consumer prices rose 4.3 percent annually in August, more than double the Federal Reserve’s two percent goal.

If higher inflation becomes entrenched, it could force central banks to respond aggressively, and higher interest rates would slow the recovery, the IMF cautioned.

“Monetary policy will need to walk a fine line between tackling inflation and financial risks and supporting the economic recovery,” the report said.

The IMF endorsed the Federal Reserve’s stated intention to start to pull back on stimulus by the end of the year and prepare to lift interest rates in 2022.

But higher US interest rates will have spillover effects for other countries, which will see borrowing costs rise.

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Taliban meet EU-US delegation, Brussels pledges 1 bn euros aid

The Taliban delegation sits down for talks in Qatar with EU and US envoys as the hardline Islamists pursue their push for international recognition and support

Doha (AFP) - The Taliban held their first face-to-face talks with a joint US-EU delegation Tuesday in Qatar as Brussels pledged one billion euros ($1.2 billion) in aid for Afghanistan.

The hardline Islamists are seeking recognition, as well as assistance to avoid a humanitarian disaster, after they returned to power in August following the withdrawal of US troops after 20 years of war.

UN chief Antonio Guterres earlier urged the world to donate to drought-hit and impoverished Afghanistan to head off economic collapse, but also slammed the Taliban’s “broken” promises to Afghan women and girls.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced the EU aid package, meant “to avert a major humanitarian and socio-economic collapse”, at a virtual G20 summit hosted by Italy on Tuesday.

Afghan boys play on a water tanker at Nadir Khan hilltop overlooking Kabul

She stressed the funds are “direct support” for Afghans and would be channelled to international organisations working on the ground, not to the Taliban’s interim government which Brussels does not recognise.

“We have been clear about our conditions for any engagement with the Afghan authorities, including on the respect of human rights,” she said.

“So far, the reports speak for themselves. But the Afghan people should not pay the price of the Taliban’s actions.”

The Taliban badly need assistance as Afghanistan’s economy is in a parlous state with most aid cut off even as winter nears, food prices rising and unemployment spiking.

Taliban fighters check commuters in the Afghan city of Kunduz, scene of a deadly attack on a Shiite mosque claimed by the local branch of the Islamic State group last week

EU countries are wary at the prospect of a surge of Afghan asylum-seekers trying to enter the bloc, as happened in 2015 with Syrians fleeing their war.

Brussels’ calculation is that donating money to help stabilise Afghanistan and assist countries between it and Europe could stem any flow.

- ‘Positive relationships’ -

Map showing projected food insecurity in Afghan provinces for June to November according to estimates made in April by the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC)

The direct talks held in Doha on Tuesday were facilitated by Qatar, which has long hosted a Taliban political office.

“I think engaging with them (the Taliban) is the most important now,” said Mutlaq Al-Qahtani, a special envoy to Qatar’s foreign minister, who brushed aside the question of whether to recognise a Taliban government.

“A priority as we speak now is the humanitarian (situation), is education, is free passage” of people wishing to leave, he told the Global Security Forum conference in Doha.

EU spokeswoman Nabila Massrali said the meeting with the Taliban would “allow the US and European side to address issues” including respect for women’s rights and preventing Afghanistan becoming a haven for “terrorist” groups.

“This is an informal exchange at technical level. It does not constitute recognition of the ‘interim government’,” she said.

The Taliban regime, still yet to be recognised as a legitimate government by any other country, is also facing a security threat from the Islamic State-Khorasan (IS-K) group, who have launched a series of deadly attacks.

The international community is facing a tough balancing act trying to get urgently needed aid to Afghans without endorsing Taliban rule 

“We want positive relationships with the whole world,” the Taliban’s acting foreign minister Amir Khan Muttaqi said at an earlier event in Qatar.

“We believe in balanced international relations. We believe such a balanced relationship can save Afghanistan from instability,” said Muttaqi, who led the Taliban delegation Saturday for the first in-person talks with US officials since the American pullout.

- ‘Broken promises’ -

The Taliban badly need assistance as Afghanistan's economy is in a parlous state with most aid cut off, food prices rising and unemployment spiking

Guterres earlier underscored discontent with the Taliban over its treatment of women despite vows it would not repeat its earlier hardline rule.

“I am particularly alarmed to see promises made to Afghan women and girls by the Taliban being broken,” he told reporters Monday.

Afghanistan’s boys were allowed to return to secondary schools three weeks ago, but girls have been told to stay at home along with women teachers in much of the country, though they can attend primary school.

Asked about the exclusion of girls, Muttaqi claimed their schools had been closed because of Covid-19 – a public health threat he said had lessened – but didn’t explain why boys’ schools had opened.

Members of an International Committee of the Red Cross Rehabilitation centre help a Taliban member who said he lost his leg during a US forces strike

Muttaqi also insisted there was no discrimination against the Shiite community and claimed that IS-K was being tamed.

“Whatever preparations they had made have been neutralised 98 percent,” he said without providing details.

IS-K claimed a bombing of a Shiite mosque that killed more than 60 people on Friday, the deadliest attack since the US pullout.

Underlining the shaky security situation, the US and Britain warned their citizens on Monday to avoid certain hotels in Kabul.

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