20 February: The Azerbaijani Army has started large-scale military exercises on the frontline. The Press Service of the Azerbaijan Defense Ministry said that personnel of Army and Air Forces are involved in the exercises which are being held under command

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.