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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Herent uses signs and truck image to prevent bridge crashes

Herent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Herent faces frequent truck crashes under low bridges on Bijlokstraat, possibly dozens monthly.…

Zelzate tightens pond rules with patrols and permit changes

Zelzate (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Zelzate is tightening fishing rules at the local pond. Police and inspectors will…

Saudi defence minister visits Iran amid nuclear talks

Tehran (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Saudi Arabian Defence Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman arrived in Iran for meetings…

China: Willing to enhance cooperation with the EU

Beijing (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Chinese Commerce Ministry spokesperson He Yongqian said that China is willing to enhance…

Elia upgrades the Tienen’s 70kV grid to 150kV by 2029 

Tienen (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Elia is upgrading Tienen’s outdated 70kV grid to 150kV by 2029 to meet…

Het Sanatorium becomes an art hub for 11 artists in Ronse

Ronse (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - 11 artists, including Sander Buyck, are transforming the historic Heynsdaele sanatorium in Ronse…

Brussels sees 25% rise in homelessness in 2 years

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Nearly 10,000 homeless people were counted in Brussels in 2024. About 60% receive…

Denderleeuw recycling park reopens after ILvA upgrade

Denderleeuw (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Denderleeuw recycling park reopened after 4+ months of upgrades by ILvA. Director…

Hasselt: 1st Limburg Pride with Appermont and Wannes Lacroix

Hasselt (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Hasselt's first Limburg Pride will take place on July 13, 2025, featuring a…

Olen wind turbine gets damping system after 280 complaints

Olen (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A wind turbine at Umicore in Olen caused 280 noise complaints in one…

79-year-old Danny Verbiest, Studio 100 icon, passed away

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Danny Verbiest (1945–2024), the voice of Samson and co-founder of Studio 100 with…

KU Leuven’s LUHO Wins Italy’s Flicorno d’Oro with 90.21%

Leuven (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Leuven University Harmony Orchestra (LUHO) won 1st place at Italy’s Flicorno d’Oro…

Westhoek preserves 100 year-old fruit trees for future

Westhoek (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The "Fruity Heritage" project in Westhoek, led by POMKO and Regional Landscape Westhoek,…

Tongerlo’s 1139 Keyartmolen to be restored for €150k

Tongerlo (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Keyartmolen in Tongerlo, built in 1139, is being restored for €150,000. Owner…

Mechelen cancels 4 in 10 disputed GAS fines, Delvoye responds

Mechelen (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - In Mechelen, 4 out of 10 disputed GAS traffic fines are canceled. Councillor…

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