KINSHASA, Democratic Republic of Congo, March 11 (UPI) — The U.N. effort encouraging rebels in the Democratic Republic of the Congo to disarm and leave their militant ranks is showing signs of success.

BANGUI, Central African Republic, March 11 (UPI) — Despite an ongoing spillover of violence from Sudan, recent talks among leaders in the Central African Republic have shown signs of progress toward peace.

SEOUL, March 11 (UPI) — The South Korean Ministry of National Defense and NATO have announced plans to increase cooperation and open new channels of communication.

WASHINGTON, March 11 (UPI) — The FBI’s Terrorist Screening Center has been recognized for effective information-sharing by the National Fusion Center Conference being held in Missouri.

LONDON, March 11 (UPI) — London-based think tank Chatham House announced a venture to strengthen international security with a new center focused on global health concerns.