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Ukraine War: European leaders hold summit to mull Trump plans
European leaders are gathering on Monday for a special summit to discuss plans by U.S. President Donald Trump to end the war in Ukraine.
Leaders from Germany, Britain, Italy, Poland, Spain, the Netherlands and Denmark are expected to attend the informal meeting in Paris.
The meeting would hold alongside European Council President António Costa, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, the Élysée Palace said.
French President Emmanuel Macron set up the meeting to initiate consultations on the situation in Ukraine and the challenges for security in Europe.
The aim is to bring together all partners interested in peace and security in Europe, with the meeting organised at short notice during the Munich Security Conference.
EU countries and Ukraine fear the U.S. and Russia may seek a peace solution bilaterally, after Trump declared his determination to end the conflict.
Europe and Ukraine insist they should be part of peace talks.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said both Ukraine and Europe should be involved in negotiations.
Beyond that, European leaders in Paris would discuss a broader strategy in relation to the new U.S. administration after a series of demands and criticisms from Washington.
Diplomats have said the question of what Europe can contribute to a possible peace deal would also be discussed, after the U.S. called on Europeans to contribute more.
The Paris meeting comes the same week Rubio is due to meet Russian representatives together with U.S.
Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and National Security Advisor Mike Waltz in Saudi Arabia.
Neither representatives of Ukraine nor the Europeans would be at the table during the talks in Saudi Arabia.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky had previously said on U.S. television that he would not accept any peace solution in which Ukraine had not participated, NAN reports.
The embattled National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress, David Mark, on Friday held a closed-door meeting with leaders of the Peoples Redemption Party in Abuja. The private consultation is seen as a fresh round of political moves as the ADC continues to battle a lingering leadership crisis and growing internal divisions.
Top figures from both parties were said to be present at the meeting, including PRP National Chairman Hakeem Baba-Ahmed and senior ADC officials. The development is already drawing attention as opposition parties continue realignments ahead of the 2027 political season, with many watching closely for possible alliances and next steps in the party crisis.
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“ADC is a Holy Party, Cannot be used to Scam Nigerians Again” – Hon Success Opara tells David Mark
ADC Party in Turmoil: Hon Success Opara Slams Leadership, Warns Against Scamming Nigerians
Abuja, Nigeria – The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is facing internal strife as Hon Success Opara, a prominent party official, has warned against attempts to use the party to deceive Nigerians. Opara specifically criticized the leadership of David Mark, stating that the party cannot be used to scam citizens again.
“ADC holy Party cannot be used to scam Nigerians again,” Opara said, emphasizing that those forming coalitions are hindering the party’s growth and denying youths opportunities to thrive.
“Those who are forming coalition don’t want to give the youths the chance to strive in the party,” she added.
Opara’s statement highlights the deepening divisions within the ADC, with concerns over leadership and the party’s direction.
The factional National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Nafiu Bala Gombe, has announced that the party under his leadership will bar individuals above the age of 55 from contesting for political positions.
Gombe made the disclosure during an interview with BBC Hausa, where he outlined a vision centred on generational change and greater youth participation in politics.
“The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is a party that belongs to all Nigerians. What we are doing now is to ensure the party moves forward properly.
“We have decided that we will give the youths a real chance. The time has come for young people to take the lead in politics.
“If you are over 55 years old, you are not going to contest for positions in the ADC under our leadership.
“We want to bring in fresh blood, new ideas, and energy from the youth. Nigeria’s future depends on the young generation.
“The old ways have not worked well for the country. We need to open the door wide for youths to participate fully as candidates, leaders, and decision-makers,” he said.
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