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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Ghent opens cycling school: 250 on waitlist for lessons

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A cycling institution launched its doors for business in Ghent this afternoon. The…

Beringen-Ham-Tessenderlo: 3 fugitives caught with drugs, cash in car

Beringen-Ham-Tessenderlo (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Police from the Beringen-Ham-Tessenderlo local zone arrested the car with German plates after…

Sint-Katelijne-Waver: Resident catches burglars, 2 arrested

Sint-Katelijne-Waver (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The police in Sint-Katelijne-Waver arrested two suspects for a residential robbery after locals…

Zelenskyy urges more pressure on Russia for ceasefire

Kyiv (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stressed that more pressure must be placed on Russia…

Israel strikes south Lebanon after intercepting rockets

Beirut (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Israel hit south Lebanon with artillery and airstrikes on March 22, 2025, after…

France urges EU to use trade tool against US tariffs

Paris (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - In response to the US, France suggested the European Union consider for the…

UGent cancels birthday procession amid Pro-Palestine fears

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - This academic year, Ghent University will celebrate its 'Dies Natalis' through indoor events…

4,000 kids wait as City Pirates Antwerp needs more support

Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - City Pirates in Merksem, Antwerp, Belgium, offers fun football sessions for kids (6-12)…

Bree builds De Weeg: Sports, pool, tower on hospital site

Bree (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Building operations for De Weeg will begin shortly at Bree located in the…

Limburg companies struggle to hire highly educated workers

Limburg (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Businesses throughout Limburg encounter growing challenges in hiring highly qualified staff. Young talent…

Harelbeke Mayor hosts mini cycle race during E3 Saxo Classic

Herelbeke (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Harelbeke, led by Mayor Michaël Vannieuwenhuyze, celebrates local cyclists with a special E3…

Sint-Truiden N722 parking: Traffic jams & cemetery access issues

Sint-Truiden (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Former operations on the N722 long-term parking lot at Sint-Truiden remain incomplete as…

Houthalen-Helchteren boosts security after Turks-Kurds riots

Houthalen-Helchteren (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Riots in Limburg involved Kurds and Turks after a Newroz celebration in Kessel-Lo.…

Kosmos renovation in Westouter faces safety concerns

Westouter (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Kosmos on Rodeberg in Westouter, Heuvelland, Belgium is under renovation into a…

Federal police search Humbeek canal for car wrecks, 3 found

Humbeek (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Police in Grimbergen and federal authorities are searching canals for old cars to…

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