6 February: Russian Deputy Defence Minister Anatoly Antonov has stated that Russia is confident that the agreement concerning the Gabala radar in Azerbaijan will be signed with Baku this year. "I anticipate no problems with it. The agreement will be

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.