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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EU imposes countermeasures on US steel and aluminum tariffs

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen responded to new US tariffs on…

Molenbeek: Hateful stickers near RWDM stadium raise concerns

Sint-Jans-Molenbeek (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Hateful stickers with racist messages appeared in Molenbeek, Brussels, near RWDM's stadium. Resident…

Herent investigated for fund misuse, only 16% of people trust

Harent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The town of Herent faced scrutiny for misusing money in a traffic project…

Asse event meadow faces new rules after €20K damage

Asse (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Asse is making stricter rules for its event meadow after damage from a…

Ostend Adrien de Gerlache Belgica 1897 anchor returns

Ostend (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - In 1897, Adrien de Gerlache led Belgica to Antarctica. The crew, including Amundsen…

Nieuwpoort man faces trial for filming adults at Scout camp

Nieuwpoort (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - In July 2024, a hidden camera was found in the showers at a…

Zelzate’s ‘Eenvoud’ Jenever moves to Hulst after 6 years

Zelzaat (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - VLAM promotes Flemish food, ensuring authenticity through the "streekproduct" label, requiring local ingredients…

Hasselt adds Hemelrijk bus shelter in cemetery parking

Hasselt (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Hasselt placed a reused bus shelter in its cemetery parking lot for maintenance…

Saudi crown prince, Zelenskiy discussed peace in Ukraine

Riyadh (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy held…

EU chief Von der Leyen calls for ‘Surge’ in EU defence spending

Strasbourg (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen called for a "surge" in European…

Russia warns against overestimating Trump’s stirs on Ukraine

Moscow (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A Russian government spokesman warned Russians against viewing recent steps towards Ukraine by…

Ukrainian air force says it downed Russian ballistic missile, 79 drones

Kyiv (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Ukrainian security officials said that Russian forces attacked Ukraine with a ballistic missile…

Macron hosts NATO, EU Military Chiefs to discuss Ukraine security guarantees

Paris (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - French President Emmanuel Macron will hold a crucial meeting in Paris on March…

US, Ukraine to hold talks in Saudi Arabia on peace plan

Riyadh (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - U.S. and Ukrainian diplomats were holding talks in Saudi Arabia on March 11,…

Flanders boosts North Limburg grid for industrial growth

Lommel (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - After approval by government authorities, the electricity grid in northern Limburg will receive…

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