2 January: Iran successfully test-fired long-range missiles in the Persian Gulf this morning, a day after testing a medium-range missile,according to an Iranian military official. "We have test fired a long-range shore-to-sea missile called Qader [ca

Borrell underlined that the European Union will make every effort to support the peace process and to remain a committed partner to the Afghan people. "Of course, we will have to take into account the evolving situation, but disengagement is not an option.  We are clear on that: there is no alternative to a negotiated political settlement, through inclusive peace talks.