Maya Mehrara
News Reporter
Maya Mehrara is a News Reporter at Newsweek based in London, U.K.. Her focus is reporting on international news. She has covered Ukraine, Russia, immigration issues, and the revolution in Iran. Maya joined Newsweek in 2024 from the Londoners and had previously written for MyLondon, the Camden New Journal, BUST Magazine, and Washington Square News. She is a graduate of New York University and obtained her NCTJ at News Associates. Languages: English. You can get in touch with Maya by emailing m.mehrara@newsweek.com.
Mystery drones swarm Russia's Middle East air base
Unidentified drones have been spotted above the Khmeimim air base; a military blogger has theorized the Syrian government is behind it.
Russian armored column with WW2 victory flags blown up on Ukraine minefield
Several Russian tanks adorned with Soviet-era red victory flags were destroyed by Ukrainian drones in Kursk, adding to increasing equipment losses.
Ukraine "won't recognize" Russia-US talks in Saudi Arabia: Zelensky
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he did not know about U.S.-Russia talks in Saudi Arabia and "will not accept" them.
Germany's Musk-endorsed AfD calls for "good relations" with Russia
Ahead of federal elections, a far-right political party leader in Germany is calling to lift sanctions on Russia and resume trade.
Russia sets sights on Ukraine's "fortress belt": ISW
Moscow is reportedly pushing forward in a multi-year long campaign to seize cities in Ukraine's "fortress belt" with recent redeployments.
Ukraine hammers Russian infrastructure amid Trump-Putin talks
Ukraine struck Russia's largest steel plant and an oil pumping station this week while Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin discussed ending the war.
Ukraine's NATO ally pledges to deliver 6000 AI-powered drones
A German technology firm will produce 6,000 AI-powered drones for Ukraine, providing additional support as the war wages on.
Putin gains new bargaining chip for prisoner swaps with Trump—report
Russia has allegedly detained another American citizen on charges of transporting marijuana, similar to those faced by Marc Fogel before he was returned to US.
Russian drone strikes Chernobyl nuclear plant sarcophagus in Ukraine: video
An alleged Russian drone has hit the shield containing the contaminated materials at the former Chernobyl nuclear power plant in Ukraine.
NATO ally in Europe confirms first volunteer death in Ukraine
Switzerland has confirmed the death of a volunteer serving illegally in Ukraine, the first loss of a national there since 2022.
Russian Navy gets big boost in Red Sea
The Russian navy will establish a base on the Red Sea after discussions with Sudan, replacing its previous base in Syria.
Russia, North Korea to amass 150k-strong force on NATO's doorstep: Zelensky
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned of Russia's next military plans and how their relations with North Korea are expanding.
Donald Trump says US will still send Ukraine aid
The president said he will continue sending Ukraine aid if he can secure a rare earths deal, as if he does not, "Putin would say he won."
Map shows areas Ukraine could swap with Russia
Ukraine's president has discussed the idea of possibly swapping territories with Russia in future peace negotiations with President Donald Trump.
NATO ally warns of Russia launching 'large-scale' war in Europe
Russia could be willing to use force against European NATO countries if it perceives NATO as weakened or divided, Denmark's defense intelligence agency said.
Russia speaks out on prisoner Trump exchanged for Marc Fogel
Rumors swirled on Wednesday as Moscow declined to reveal the identity of the person exchanged by US until they arrive in Russia in the coming days.
China sets up "planetary defense" unit over 2032 asteroid threat
Asteroid 2024 YR4 has a small chance of hitting Earth in 2032, and China is preparing to deter it by mirroring a U.S. space test.
Trump envoy halts work on Ukraine peace plan to consult with Europe
President Donald Trump's special envoy to Russia and Ukraine will speak with NATO allies at a security conference in Germany.
Chinese gangsters enslaved women in Georgia egg harvesting scheme
Thai and Georgian authorities are investigating a human trafficking ring alleged to be engaged in egg harvesting and trafficking.
Russia lost 213 vehicles in Ukraine in single day: Kyiv
Russia's high losses of tanks, armored fighting vehicles and more may harm their ability to continue the war with Ukraine.
Ukraine 'may be Russian someday,' Trump warns
Donald Trump has spoken of doing a deal with Ukraine to obtain rare earth minerals in exchange for U.S. aid ahead of JD Vance's meeting with Volodymyr Zelensky.
Russia plays coy on "delicate" Trump-Putin discussions
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov would not confirm nor deny that a phone call took place between Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump last Friday.
Russia turns to North Koreans amid labor shortage
Thousands of North Korean workers have been sent to work in construction in Russia to alleviate a labor shortage despite international sanctions.
Russian cable under NATO lake damaged through "external influence": Moscow
Tensions between Russia and the NATO allies surrounding the Baltic Sea are simmering.
Mystery drones spotted over NATO military base training Ukrainian troops
Unidentified drones were spotted six times in January over a base near the Danish border and some suspect that Russia is involved.
Ukraine called "fictional state" by European presidential candidate
Romanian presidential candidate Călin Georgescu raises the possibility of Romania and Poland annexing Ukrainian territory.
NATO nation scrambles F-16 jets over Russian threat
Romania scrambled two F-16 jets on Thursday after Russia attacked Ukraine close to its border.
Holocaust Memorial vandalized in Germany
This latest act of vandalism at the Ahlem Memorial in Hanover, Germany, is the second instance at the memorial within two years.
Ukraine strikes second major Russian oil refinery in a week
Ukraine has targeted two of Russia's oil refineries in drone strikes in an effort to bankrupt their ability to continue funding the war.
"Mercenaries" from NATO state caught up in DR Congo rebellion: Reports
The Rwanda Defense Force reported escorting hundreds of "Romanian mercenaries" out of the Democratic Republic of the Congo after seizing Goma.
