Mysterious Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS to Reach Closest Point to Sun in 2025

On October 28, 2025, the mysterious interstellar object 3I/ATLAS is set to reach its closest point to the Sun, known as perihelion. This milestone event has sparked a flurry of theories and speculation, with some suggesting the object could be an alien spacecraft, while others point to ancient prophecies.

According to NASA, while 3I/ATLAS is confirmed to be a comet, the object's unusual characteristics have led some enthusiasts and historians to believe that it may have been hinted at in Nostradamus' writings. One quatrain in particular has gained attention, with its references to a "fireball" from the cosmos and a "cosmic dance" being interpreted as potential allusions to the interstellar visitor.

Adding to the intrigue, the late Bulgarian clairvoyant Baba Vanga's 2025 prophecies, which often involve large-scale destruction and extraterrestrial contact, have also resurfaced in the wake of 3I/ATLAS' discovery. However, NASA has firmly stated that the comet poses no risk of impacting Earth, as it will pass approximately 170 million miles (270 million kilometers) away at its closest approach.

Despite the speculation, the arrival of 3I/ATLAS presents a rare opportunity for scientific exploration. Harvard professor Avi Loeb has suggested that the object could potentially be used to launch smaller probes by taking advantage of the Sun's gravity, underscoring the potential value of studying such interstellar encounters up close.