Libya conflict: Troop convoy crosses border into Niger

At least 50 armed vehicle from Libya has crossed over the southern desert border into Niger.

The convoy is believed to be carrying mainly Tuareg fighters recruited by fugitive Libyan leader Col Muammar Gaddafi to fight for his regime.
Col Gaddafi was not in the convoy said by Niger's foreign minister. On Monday, Col Gaddafi spokesman said he was still in Libya.
The new Libyan authorities say the convoy was bringing gold and money.
Col Gaddafi has vowed to fight to the death, even though he has lost control of most of the country.