# 2024 09 01 John Haller's Prophecy Update "B.C. – Before Censoring” ![](https://img.youtube.com/vi/GOHy4URrqfU/maxresdefault.jpg) ## Global Freedom of Speech Under Attack - There is an ongoing attack on freedom of speech globally. [(00:01:02)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=62s) - In [[Brazil]], the [[Supreme Court of the United States | Supreme Court]] has implemented a rule that allows for fines of up to $887 per day for individuals who use a VPN to access [[Twitter]]. [(01:17:59)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=4679s) - [[Mark Zuckerberg]] admitted that [[Facebook]] censored free speech at the government's request during the previous few years and the last election. [(01:19:10)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=4750s) ## AI and Technology Concerns - AI technology relies on data for learning, and there are concerns that low-quality data will negatively impact its output. [(00:07:36)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=456s) - There are concerns about the increasing [[World energy supply and consumption | power demands]] of AI data centers, especially as other industries transition to electricity for power. [(00:09:17)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=557s) - Concerns about the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) are increasing, even among those involved in its development, but progress in the field continues. [(00:14:42)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=882s) ## Global Instability and Rising Tensions - Global risks, including unpredictable events, are anticipated to increase, with discussions of these risks occurring among global elites. [(00:12:59)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=779s) - Governments around the world are facing challenges to their political legitimacy, with approximately half of the populations in many countries expressing dissatisfaction. [(00:14:27)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=867s) ## Hezbollah's Attack on Israel and its Aftermath - Hezbollah's attack on [[Israel]] involved the firing of approximately 250 missiles and drones at various targets, including military bases and civilian settlements. [(00:18:59)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=1139s) - [[Hezbollah]] believes they have achieved a significant psychological victory over Israel by forcing the evacuation of 680,000 people in [[Southern Lebanon]]. [(00:22:17)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=1337s) - The evacuation of Southern [[Lebanon]] has had a substantial economic impact, particularly on the housing market, as displaced residents seek long-term accommodations. [(00:22:21)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=1341s) - Hezbollah launched 230 rockets toward Northern Israel, with most being intercepted. [(00:28:05)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=1685s) - Jonathan Spire, in an article published in [[The Spectator]] and the [[Middle East Forum]], argues that Hezbollah's response, along with Iran's lack of action, might lead some to perceive them as weaker than initially thought. [(00:41:34)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=2494s) ## US Involvement in the Middle East Conflict - The United States is openly siding with and equipping Hezbollah, even providing them with 10,000 more troops and advanced equipment. [(00:34:05)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=2045s) - The United States is pushing for a deal that would require Israeli troops to redeploy and demobilize to mirror the deployment of [[Hezbollah]] troops, treating both sides as equals. [(00:37:32)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=2252s) - The deal also includes the creation of an international body of regional and European states to oversee the situation, similar to the UN in [[Gaza Strip | Gaza]], which Hezbollah supports. [(00:39:37)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=2377s) ## Israel's Security Concerns and Proposed Actions - Some in [[Israel]] propose responding to Hezbollah's aggression by annexing territory in the [[West Bank]], establishing settlements, and creating a buffer zone within Gaza. [(00:26:23)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=1583s) - To prevent Hezbollah from occupying the area near the [[Lebanon]] border, Israel believes they must control the area, similar to their strategy with Gaza. [(00:41:17)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=2477s) - The [[Israel Defense Forces | IDF]] has stated that 6,000 [[Hamas]] members crossed into Israel on October 7th, double the original estimate. [(01:02:15)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=3735s) - The IDF believes a physical presence on the Gaza-[[Egypt]] border is necessary despite existing technology. [(01:02:32)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=3752s) ## Escalating Tensions and Conflicts in the Middle East and Africa - Concerns are rising as [[Iran]] continues to progress towards nuclear capability, with some experts, like the late [[Anthony Cordesman]], analyzing the potential consequences of a nuclear exchange between Israel and Iran. [(00:44:13)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=2653s) - Hamas is believed to have impregnated a female hostage, signifying their dominance and control. [(00:47:28)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=2848s) - Libya's oil production has decreased by 67% due to a civil war and competition for control from various countries, including Iran, [[Russia]], and [[Turkey]]. [(00:55:07)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=3307s) - Turkey has gained significant influence in Africa, particularly [[Africa | Northern Africa]], with [[Recep Tayyip Erdoğan | Erdogan]], a [[Muslim Brotherhood]] member, aiming to spread [[Islam]] in the region. [(00:56:19)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=3379s) - Tensions are escalating between [[Egypt]] and [[Ethiopia]] due to the [[Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam]] (GERD), which Egypt fears will impact its water supply, and Ethiopia's agreement with a faction in [[Somalia]] for access to the [[Red Sea]], opposed by Egypt. [(00:57:44)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=3464s) ## Political Figures and Events - The speaker disagrees with the belief held by some of his friends that America is [[Whore of Babylon | Mystery Babylon]] and will be destroyed as described in Revelation 17. [(00:04:49)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=289s) - Tony Badran, writing for [[Tablet (magazine) | Tablet Magazine]], argues that to understand the dynamics of American-[[Iran | Iranian]] plans for [[Israel]], [[Palestinians | Palestine]], and [[Lebanon]], one must examine the late [[Ottoman Empire]] and its relationship with Europe's great powers. [(00:30:56)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=1856s) - Three Israeli policemen, Chief Inspector Aric Ben-ilahu, Command Sergeant Major Hadas Branch, and First Sergeant Rory Sh Shakuri, were killed in a shooting attack in the southern [[West Bank]]. [(00:49:39)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=2979s) - The shooting attack deaths are causing increased concern and distaste for the current Israeli government led by [[Benjamin Netanyahu | Benjamin Netanyahu.]] [(00:50:56)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=3056s) - It has been reported that [[Palestinian Authority]] President [[Mahmoud Abbas]] is in declining health. [(01:05:02)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=3902s) - Seth Frantzman believes that the current level of airline flight cancellations is unsustainable and is negatively impacting Israel's tourism industry. [(01:06:43)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=4003s) - A report from Commanders for Israel Security suggests that the only way for Israel to achieve its goal of destroying [[Hamas]] is to destroy [[Gaza Strip | Gaza]], resulting in a humanitarian crisis. [(01:11:03)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=4263s) - [[Philip H. Gordon | Phil Gordon]], Kamala Harris's [[National security | National Security]] adviser, is expected to play a key role in shaping US-[[Israel]] policy if Harris wins the presidency, and is described as being [[Palestinians | pro-Palestinian]] and anti-Israel. [(01:11:39)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=4299s) - A [[CNN]] interview with an unnamed individual from [[Minnesota]] lasted over 40 minutes, but CNN only released approximately 25-27 minutes of the interview. [(01:12:50)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=4370s) - The founder of [[Telegram (software) | Telegram]], who is a [[Russia | Russian]] billionaire, was arrested in [[France]] and is facing 12 criminal charges. [(01:14:35)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=4475s) - Dana Bash's husband was one of the people who signed a letter during the 2020 election regarding [[Censorship | censorship]]. [(01:20:07)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=4807s) - There is a belief that there is a plan for a “sick out” on September 18th, when [[Donald Trump]] is scheduled to be sentenced by Judge Maran, potentially impacting the election. [(01:21:41)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=4901s) ## The Speaker's Personal Reflections and Prayers - The speaker will be speaking at a conference in [[Woodland Hills, Los Angeles | Woodland Hills]], [[California]]. [(00:01:58)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=118s) - The cost of defending against drone swarms is far greater than the cost of attacking with them, as demonstrated by Iran's April drone and missile strike against [[Israel]]. [(00:30:12)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=1812s) - The speaker prays for help in understanding biblical prophecy and recognizing current events. [(01:25:25)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=5125s) - The speaker asks for wisdom and courage to navigate challenging circumstances. [(01:25:39)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=5139s) - The speaker prays for opportunities to share the gospel. [(01:25:51)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOHy4URrqfU&t=5151s)