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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Beersel police remove 6 illegal e-scooters, led by Mayor Jo Vander

Beersel (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Beersel police and Mayor Jo Vander Meylen removed 6 illegal e-scooters and fined…

Maasmechelen Grobelco opens facility for recycling 90% waste

Maasmechelen (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Grobelco in Maasmechelen opened a washing facility in August 2025, turning 90% of…

Activists temporarily stop eviction of 70 migrants in Anderlecht

Anderlecht (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Around 70 undocumented migrants, including 12 children, were not evicted from the ACLVB…

HOGENT moves 3k students to Schoonmeersen, Clays confirms

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - HOGENT will close Ledeganck and Mercator campuses, moving 3,000 students to Schoonmeersen in…

European Sprint Orienteering 2025 set in Hasselt, Geel and Lier

Hasselt (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The European Sprint Orienteering Championships will be held in Hasselt, Geel, and Lier,…

China says US push for nuclear disarmament talks unrealistic

Beijing (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - During a briefing on Wednesday, Guo Jiakun, a spokesperson from the Chinese Foreign…

Danish FM Lars Lokke Rasmussen summons US envoy over Greenland influence claims

Copenhagen (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Lars Lokke Rasmussen, Denmark's foreign minister, summoned the top U.S. diplomat in Copenhagen…

UGhent archives damaged in bicycle parking construction

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - On August 25, 2025, Ghent University’s rectorate archives were severely damaged by drilling…

Ninove changes social housing rules affecting 1,000 applicants

Ninove (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Starting October 2025, Ninove will tighten social housing rules, prioritising long-term residents. Alderman…

Maldegem handcyclist Vandevyver competes at G-Cycling Worlds

Maldegem (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Belgium’s handcyclist Laurence Vandevyver (43) from Maldegem is the only woman at the…

Tivoli Castle in Mechelen starts roof repairs after the January fire

Mechelen (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Repair work has begun on Tivoli Castle in Mechelen after a January 2025…

Zeebrugge port starts €18M shore power project led by Rob Meets

Zeebrugge (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Zeebrugge port, led by Rob Meets, began an €18M shore power project for…

Brussels launches website for noise monitoring with 22 stations

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Brussels launched a new real-time noise monitoring website. Brussels Environment runs 22 stations…

Ghent University Coupure evacuation as 70 students affected

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Ghent University’s Coupure campus was evacuated after 5 psychology students fell ill during…

Germany’s Merz and Canada’s Carney announce deal on critical minerals

Berlin (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced on Tuesday…

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