Aaron Mate

Aaron Maté's Substack focuses on critical analysis of US foreign policy, especially regarding Israel, Ukraine, and Syria. It explores US actions in these regions, allegations of misinformation, and the implications on international law and humanitarian conditions. Maté's reporting often critiques mainstream narratives and highlights geopolitical strategies.

US Foreign Policy Israel-Palestine Conflict Ukraine Conflict Syrian Civil War Geopolitical Strategies Media Misinformation Humanitarian Issues International Law

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Two years in, Ukraine proxy war runs on dangerous delusions

173 implied HN points • 26 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Ukraine NATO
  1. The Ukraine proxy war, ongoing for two years, is driven by dangerous delusions and deceptions.
  2. After suffering a significant defeat in Avdiivka, Ukraine and its NATO supporters are facing a bleak future.
  3. The handling of the Ukraine proxy war situation reveals a grim outlook and reliance on more deceptive practices.

Biden sacrifices American troops, and Mideast security, for US-Israeli hegemony

187 implied HN points • 29 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Middle East Foreign Relations
  1. Biden's actions may be prioritizing US-Israeli interests over American troops and Middle East security
  2. Three US troops were killed on the Jordan-Syria border, possibly signaling an escalation of Middle East aggression
  3. The article by Aaron Maté discusses Biden's decisions and implications for American troops and Middle East security

Video: On Nuland's departure and Biden's Gaza PR

130 implied HN points • 13 Mar 24
🌍 World Politics Gaza Conflict
  1. The video discusses Victoria Nuland's career and the Biden administration's PR strategies regarding Gaza.
  2. The interview touches on how Nuland has been perceived in relation to obstructing peace in Ukraine.
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Video: Aaron Maté debates Ukraine / + latest on Gaza

119 implied HN points • 23 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Ukraine Gaza Israel Occupation Debate
  1. Aaron Maté participated in a debate on Al Jazeera's "Up Front" about Ukraine with a Member of Parliament and a political scientist, which was edited down to 25 minutes for broadcast.
  2. Aaron Maté also had a weekly interview with Judge Andrew Napolitano addressing Netanyahu's post-war Gaza plan, US support for Israeli occupation, and the latest updates on Ukraine.
  3. Aaron Mate's work is reader-supported, and individuals can subscribe to receive new posts and support his work.

Seymour Hersh reveals how the US blew up Nord Stream 2

288 implied HN points • 08 Feb 23
  1. Seymour Hersh exposes US involvement in destroying Nord Stream 2 pipelines
  2. The destruction of the pipelines fulfilled a major geopolitical US aim
  3. US rejected Russia's proposals while planning the covert operation

As Arab states seek peace, US insists that Syrians suffer

208 implied HN points • 14 May 23
🌍 World Politics Syria Reconstruction Middle East
  1. Syria's re-admission to the Arab League signifies a rejection of U.S. interests in the region and highlights Arab states' independence.
  2. The U.S. is imposing sanctions to hinder Syria's reconstruction efforts, showing displeasure with the Arab League's move.
  3. U.S. sanctions on Syria are causing mass suffering for civilians, despite claims to help the Syrian people.

In Ukraine, US fears 'unacceptable' ceasefire

229 implied HN points • 20 Mar 23
🌍 World Politics Diplomacy Ceasefire
  1. The US finds any ceasefire in Ukraine 'unacceptable' and even illegal.
  2. The US perceives Russia and China as top strategic rivals and fears a ceasefire would consolidate Russia's gains.
  3. A ceasefire in Ukraine could lead to serious negotiations to end the war permanently if all parties engage in good faith.

The Russiagate Playbook: ex-CIA chief admits interference in two straight elections

202 implied HN points • 25 Apr 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics CIA
  1. Former CIA deputy director admitted interference in elections by triggering false claims of Russian disinformation in the Hunter laptop story.
  2. Joe Biden cited a statement from former national intelligence officials to dismiss leaked emails about his son's business dealings as part of a Russian plot.
  3. The assertion that the Hunter laptop story was Russian disinformation was actually used as a tactic to deflect attention from the leak's contents and enable censorship.