It is the first time the UN has given an offensive mandate to its troops.
BBC: UN combat force to target DR Congo rebels
For logistical reasons the African force already approved by the UN was not expected to even begin its offensive before September or October, the BBC's Barbara Plett reports from the UN in New York.
BBC: Mali crisis: UN calls for 'swift deployment' of troops
Demonstrators are angry that the 17, 000-strong UN force has not better protected them against an offensive by rebel forces.
BBC: UN joins battle with Congo rebels
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