Orient Weekly Watch: CSIORS Edition - Friday, November 10th, 2023

The Lybia Observer: UNICEF Extends Aid to 700 Stranded Immigrants at Libya-Tunisia Border

UNICEF Libya, in collaboration with partner organizations, is actively addressing the humanitarian crisis at the Libya-Tunisia border. They have distributed hygiene kits to over 700 individuals and are providing various forms of humanitarian assistance, including household items, food rations, medical consultations, and hygiene support in the Al-Essa area for people on the move at the borders.

Aljazeera.com: Turkey Marks Centennial Anniversary of Republic with Subdued Celebrations

Turkey commemorates its 100-year republic anniversary with scaled-down celebrations due to Israel's Gaza attacks. President Erdogan laid a wreath at Ataturk's mausoleum, emphasizing stability. Planned festivities, including a military procession, were reduced, citing the "alarming human tragedy in Gaza." Erdogan's pro-Palestine rally appearance the day before also diverted attention, where he criticized Israel's actions in Gaza.

Thewillnews.com: Nigeria and Algeria Close to Concluding Direct Flight Agreement

Nigeria and Algeria are set to sign a memorandum of understanding for a direct flight route between the two countries. The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, welcomed a delegation from Algeria to discuss this significant agreement. The MoU expands on an existing Bilateral Air Service Agreement, adding Abuja as a destination and offering reciprocity for Nigerian local airline operators to fly to Oran, the second-largest city in Algeria. This development aims to strengthen the partnership and enhance connectivity between the nations.