Morocco earthquake: Algeria's 'open air space' offer, explained

Morocco earthquake: Algeria's 'open air space' offer, explained
Sunday 10 September 2023 - 14:35

In a response to the devastating earthquake that struck Morocco’s heartland, Algeria has decided to open its airspace for humanitarian and medical flights destined for its neighboring nation, according to Algerian media reports.

Algerian media reported that the Algerian presidency issued a statement following the earthquake in Morocco, expressing its willingness to provide humanitarian assistance and mobilize all available material and human resources to support the Moroccan people in their time of need.

The earthquake, which rocked several regions of the Moroccan kingdom, claimed the lives of more than 1000 people and left many injured. 

In light of this tragic event, Algeria’s highest authorities have reportedly decided to open their airspace to allow flights carrying humanitarian aid, wounded individuals, and medical supplies to reach Morocco.

The reported statement emphasized Algeria’s full readiness to stand by its brotherly Moroccan neighbors during this challenging period.

In 2021, Algeria made a significant move by shutting down its airspace to all planes from Morocco, both civilian and military. This decision came shortly after Algeria had already cut off diplomatic ties with Morocco.

As of now, there’s no clear statement from Algerian officials allowing the previously banned Moroccan planes to transport humanitarian aid.

Algerian authorities have mentioned they’ll open their airspace for flights carrying humanitarian aid, as well as injured individuals, but they haven’t specifically addressed the Moroccan planes.

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