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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Genk Bokrijk reopens Air Museum with 1900 life

Genk (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Bokrijk Open-Air Museum in Genk has reopened, featuring life in 1900 Haspengouw. Actor…

Ninove Mayor D’haeseleer hospitalized, interim Mayor Malfroot

Ninove (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Ninove Mayor D'haeseleer is in the hospital because of hepatitis. Interim mayor Malcolm…

Bruges police face complaint by 3 Extinction Rebellion activists

Bruges (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Three Extinction Rebellion activists filed a complaint against Bruges police, claiming intimidation, unjust…

Velo Leuven sends unused bikes to Père Justin in Madagascar

Leuven (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Velo Leuven repurposes abandoned bikes, keeping them for 3 months before reuse. Facing…

Antwerp plans noise reduction with rest areas 400m away

Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Antwerp (2025–2029) plans to reduce noise, especially near homes. Measures include quieter road…

Oud-Heverlee park enhancements with new pavilion and paths

Oud-Heverlee (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The park in Oud-Heverlee near Leuven has added a skate park, pump track,…

Herentals closes unsafe viewing platforms for safety repairs

Herentals (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The city's tourist tower are closed due to rotted supporting beams compromising safety.…

Leuven court: 2 Gynecology student escapes rape sentence

Leuven (Brussels Morning Newspaper) -The Leuven court made the verdict accessible to the public in the widely discussed…

Woman smashes candles at Scherpenheuvel Basilica, Pastor regrets

Scherpenheuvel (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A woman at basilica around 2 a.m. have been seen breaking candles and…

Antwerp sees 250 rape reports in 2024, up 74% from 2019

Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A total of 250 women reported being raped in Antwerp during 2024, which…

Ninove mayor Guy D’haeseleer hospitalised in critical condition

Ninove (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Mayor Guy D'haeseleer of Ninove, a Forza Ninove member, is in critical condition…

Tongeren Assize trial jury selected for 42-day kidnapping case of Genk boy

Tongeren (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Tongeren assizes trial jurors who evaluated the 42-day Genk boy kidnapping case, including…

Ghent Carillon gets a new playlist Brel Bowie from 20 April

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Ghent carillon will begin playing a Jacques Brel and David Bowie song…

10 inmates fight in Hasselt prison, use razor blade as weapon

Hasselt (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Ten inmates fought each other at Hasselt prison last night. The newspaper Het…

Finnish president urges Europe to engage with US on tariffs

Helsinki (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Following the announcement of new tariffs by Donald Trump, Finnish President Alexander Stubb…

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