Sarhan Basem

Sarhan Basem is Brussels Morning's Senior Correspondent to the European Parliament. With a Bachelor's degree in English Literature, Sarhan brings a unique blend of linguistic finesse and analytical prowess to his reporting. Specializing in foreign affairs, human rights, civil liberties, and security issues, he delves deep into the intricacies of global politics to provide insightful commentary and in-depth coverage. Beyond the world of journalism, Sarhan is an avid traveler, exploring new cultures and cuisines, and enjoys unwinding with a good book or indulging in outdoor adventures whenever possible.
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Hamas hands over one more body of Israeli hostage Eliyahu Margalit

Tel Aviv (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Israel’s military has identified the body of Eliyahu “Churchill” Margalit, a hostage…

De Lijn bus burns on E40 in Ternat; Wouter Jeanfils responded

Ternat (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A De Lijn bus burned on the E40 in Ternat Thursday night, Oct…

Sint-Niklaas launches ‘First Aid for Collective Debt Settlement’

Sint-Niklaas (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Sint-Niklaas welfare groups and Waasland labor court launched “First Aid for Collective Debt…

Zaventem receives €4.5M for new swimming pool project

Zaventem (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Zaventem will build a new sports complex with a swimming pool, supported by…

Decathlon opens 1st Brussels City Store in 5 years

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Decathlon will open its 1st new Belgian store in 5 years in Brussels…

European Parliament announces finalists for 2025 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought

Today, the European Parliament announced the three finalists for the 2025 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought, honouring…

Russia launches 300 drones on Ukraine’s gas facilities

Kyiv (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Russian defence forces launched over 300 drones and 37 missiles to hit energy…

Sint-Pieters-Leeuw reintroduces the right of 1st refusal for housing

Sint-Pieters-Leeuw (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Sint-Pieters-Leeuw reintroduced the right of first refusal. Mayor Jan Desmeth and Alderman Jeroen…

Israel says Rafah crossing reopening date with Egypt remains uncertain

Tel Aviv (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Israeli authorities stated on Thursday that the specific date for reopening the…

6th-year students open bakery at Wemmel Campus Hotel School

Wemmel (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - In Wemmel, 6th-year students at the hotel school opened a bakery 3 afternoons…

Brouwershoek in Borsbeek set for full street redevelopment

Borsbeek (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Brouwershoek in Borsbeek will be fully rebuilt in early 2026 by Water-Link/Aquafin, with…

Genk De Lijn drivers strike over shifts and workload issues

Genk (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - De Lijn bus drivers in Genk staged a spontaneous Wednesday strike, Oct 15,…

MIVB holds auditions for musicians in Brussels metro stations

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - STIB (MIVB) in Brussels held auditions for 20 musicians, including saxophonist Wald, to…

Hungary’s FM Peter Szijjarto defends Russian energy imports during Moscow visit

Moscow (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Hungary's Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto, during a visit to Moscow on Wednesday, stated…

Mark Rutte says NATO, EU jointly working on drone wall to protect Europe against threats

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte stated on Wednesday, prior to a meeting with defence…

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