Aaron MateTrump threatens Iran over its self-defense, not nukes1321301×0:00Current time: 0:00 / Total time: -22:22-22:22Audio playback is not supported on your browser. Please upgrade.Trump threatens Iran over its self-defense, not nukesPlus, unless Trump acts now, the last remaining US-Russia nuclear arms control treaty expires. Aaron MatéFeb 03, 2026132130ShareTranscriptAaron 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 EpisodesTrump'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 MatéUnfazed by war’s costs, Trump stalls on IranJun 10 • Aaron Maté(Audio version) Trump’s Iran trap: a war he can’t win, a peace he won’t makeJun 4 • Aaron MatéTrump's reported outrage at Netanyahu is performative Jun 3 • Aaron Maté