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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Antwerp Port halted as inland skippers blocked by a strike

Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The strike at the Zandvliet traffic centre in the Port of Antwerp has…

Russia awaits Ukraine’s response to May ceasefire offer

Moscow (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - On Tuesday, the Kremlin stated that Ukraine had yet to reply to multiple…

Ghent launches accessibility campaign, supported by council

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Ghent is launching a campaign to keep walkways clear for people with disabilities,…

EU top court orders Malta to end Golden Passport scheme

Amsterdam (Brussels Morning Newspaper)  - The European Court of Justice ruled that Malta must terminate its golden passport…

53,534 voters will decide UGent rector, de Walle or De Sutter

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Ghent University will elect a new rector on April 30, 2025. 53534 people…

3 arrested after brutal stabbing victim bleeds on Brussels street

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The authorities made three arrests in Weidestraat Sint-Joost-ten-Node on Monday during their investigation…

New Brussels cycle route unlocks castles & green belt gems

Flemish (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A new cycling path within the Flemish perimeter around Brussels just opened, and…

Driver dies crashing into truck in E403 Wevelgem traffic jam

Wevelgem (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A driver died from injuries suffered in a traffic collision that occurred on…

Genk’s Sint-Martinusplein renovated with greening project 

Genk (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Genk's Sint-Martinusplein greening project, led by Mayor Wim Dries and Alderman Karel Kriekemans,…

EU approves €321 million German aid for condor restructuring

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The European Commission announced on Monday that it has approved €321.2 million in…

Israel faces international court over Gaza aid blockade

Amsterdam (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - During a week of hearings starting Monday in The Hague, Israel will confront…

Protest in Diksmuide over PFAS pollution in IJzer

Diksmuide (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A broad protest in Diksmuide opposes PFAS pollution in the Ijzer, impacting water…

Russia states that Ukraine should initiate direct peace talks

Moscow (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Russia stated on Monday that it was awaiting a signal from Ukraine about…

Germany seeks exemption from EU borrowing limits for defence

Berlin (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Germany has requested that the European Commission grant it an exemption from EU…

Brussels fries museum by Eddy Van Belle opens, needs permit

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Eddy Van Belle is opening a fries museum in Brussels' Stoofstraat, aiming for…

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