Aaron MateDiplomacy-averse Trump pretends that Iran, not his war, is in disarray1261221×0:00Current time: 0:00 / Total time: -24:11-24:11Audio playback is not supported on your browser. Please upgrade.Diplomacy-averse Trump pretends that Iran, not his war, is in disarrayMeanwhile, Israel murders journalist Amal Khalil in Lebanon while trying to foment a civil war.Aaron MatéApr 23, 2026126122ShareTranscriptAaron Mate is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.SubscribeDiscussion about this episodeCommentsRestacksAaron MateReporting and analysis by award-winning independent journalist.Reporting and analysis by award-winning independent journalist.SubscribeAuthorsAaron MatéRecent EpisodesNarrated version: As US and OPCW move on, Brazil puts Syria cover-up on the record12 hrs ago • Aaron MatéMoscow moves on from Trump's empty peace talkJul 21 • Aaron MatéNarrated version: Chasing a ‘winner’, Trump fuels a Ukraine escalation he once opposedJul 19 • Aaron MatéTrump's Iran, Lebanon deals privilege Israel over peaceJul 1 • Aaron MatéIsrael decides a Democratic primary, and Trump's Iran talksJun 24 • Aaron MatéAudio: US-Israel row with Iran over Lebanon centers on ‘cancer’ of ‘national liberation’Jun 22 • Aaron MatéTrump has not stopped Israel from blowing up his Iran dealJun 17 • Aaron MatéAudio: Trump’s Iran deal is a pause, not peaceJun 15 • Aaron Maté