Trump says US plan to end Ukraine war not 'final offer' for Kyiv
President Donald Trump has said a US plan to end the Russia-Ukraine war is not his "final offer" for Kyiv, after Ukrainian allies voiced concerns over proposals, BBC reported.
Earlier on Saturday, leaders from Europe, Canada and Japan said the plan had elements "essential for a just and lasting peace", but would "require additional work", citing concerns over border changes and caps on Ukraine's army.
On Sunday, security officials from Britain, France, Germany, the US and Ukraine will meet in Geneva, Switzerland, according to BBC.
President Paudel issues Nepal Special Service (Second Amendment) Ordinance
President Ram Chandra Paudel has issued the Nepal Special Service (Second Amendment) Ordinance, 2082.
President Paudel issued the ordinance at the recommendation of Cabinet in accordance with Article 114 (1) of the Constitution, reads a press release issued today by the Office of the President.
UML takes out rally ahead of National Volunteer Force announcement
CPN-UML has taken out a rally in Kathmandu on Friday before announcing the 'National Volunteer Force (NVF)'.
The rally, which started from Babarmahal bus stop, reached Karki Banquet in Babarmahal via Baneshwor and converged into an announcement assembly.
The march was led by UML leaders Mahesh Basnet, Ram Kumari Jhankri, Rajib Pahari, Youth Association Chairman Kshitij Thebe, and others.
While taking part in the rally, UML leader Basnet said he does not have any disagreement with Gen Z’s demands.
“We do not have any disagreement with Gen Z’s demands. We are in constant touch with Gen Z,” he said adding, “But other elements are being active by showing their name and banners.”
The UML is set to announce the formation of the 'National Volunteer Force (NVF)' today to protect the party's policies and leadership.
UML Chairman KP Sharma Oli is scheduled to announce the force.
EC determines cutoff date for voter's age
The Election Commission (EC) has set the specified age for voters (cutoff date) for the House of Representatives elections to be held on March 5, 2026.
The EC has decided that the cutoff date for this purpose is March 4, 2026 for those who will complete 18 years of age by that date.
EC spokesperson Narayan Prasad Bhattarai said that the particulars of those completing 18 years on coming March 4, 2026 would be published on the Commission's website on December 6, and the EC should be informed between December 17 and 13 if there are any errors or complaints on the same.
Spokesperson Bhattarai added that after the correction work is completed, the EC will publish the final voter list on December 30.



