A Chinese-Canadian academic, Xueqin Jiang, often called “China’s Nostradamus,” has drawn global attention after claiming that the United States could eventually lose a war with Iran. His predictions gained attention online after two of his earlier forecasts appeared to come true.

In 2024, Jiang predicted that Donald Trump would win the U.S. presidential election and return to the White House. He also warned that a second Trump administration could lead to a military confrontation between the United States and Iran.

Both developments have sparked discussions online, especially as tensions in the Middle East have increased. Jiang also suggested that Israel’s interests could play a role in pushing the United States toward conflict with Iran.

In his final prediction, Jiang argued that the United States may struggle to win such a war. He believes Iran’s geography, population and internal resistance could make a long military occupation extremely difficult, potentially shifting the global balance of power.