KINSHASA, Democratic Republic of Congo, June 9 (UPI) — In a move to stem the ongoing violence in the eastern regions of the Congo, the country’s armed forces and the United Nations will strengthen cooperation.

FREETOWN, Sierra Leone, June 9 (UPI) — A recent move by political leaders in Sierra Leone to avert an escalation in violence is drawing praise from a top U.N. official.

WASHINGTON, June 9 (UPI) — Indonesia’s foreign minister Monday said that if the United States ratifies the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty, Indonesia would follow suit.

LONDON, June 9 (UPI) — The London-based Chatham House has launched a new forum designed to address issues concerning the policies and strategies of European security and defense.

PODGORICA, Montenegro, June 9 (UPI) — Justice and law enforcement authorities from Montenegro are expected to sign a memorandum Wednesday establishing greater cooperation.