29 August: Muslims in the caucasus and throughout the world have started celebrating Eid el Fitr at the end of fasting month of Ramadan. Azerbaijan President Ilham Aliev issued a special congratulatory message to Azerbaijanis (Trend)

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.