A rare annular solar eclipse, referred to as a 'ring of fire,' is set to occur on February 17, 2026. During this event, the Moon will pass directly between Earth and the Sun but will be positioned slightly farther from Earth than usual. This results in the Moon covering around 96 percent of the Sun's disk, leaving a dramatic glowing halo around the edges. The peak of this annular phase will last approximately two minutes and 20 seconds. However, this celestial event will be visible in its full glory only from a remote region of Antarctica, limiting direct observation to a few. An annular eclipse differs from a total eclipse as the Sun is not completely obscured due to the Moon appearing slightly smaller. Later in 2026, another significant astronomical event, a total solar eclipse, is expected to be visible from parts of Greenland, Iceland, and Spain, scheduled just one day before the peak of the Perseid meteor shower.