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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Van Achter starts 19-municipality tour in Watermael-Boitsfort

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Flemish Brussels Minister Cieltje Van Achter (N-VA) has made her first visit to…

Man drives into Leie in Dentergem, reports accident next morning

Dentergem (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A young man from Oeselgem near Dentergem drove his car into the Leie…

EU Commission allocates another €1 billion to Ukraine from frozen Russian assets

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The European Commission provided another €1 billion in financial assistance to Ukraine. The…

EU to cut Ukrainian sugar imports amid price concerns, farmer protests

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Ukrainian sugar imports are being cut sharply by the European Commission after EU…

Hungary opposes Ukraine’s fast-tracked EU accession

Budapest (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Hungary’s European Affairs Minister Janos Boka told the Financial Times on Thursday that…

Meta rolls out AI assistant in 41 European countries

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, said Thursday it would roll…

EU leaders to address defence spending and economic growth

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - European Union leaders will discuss on March 20, 2025, to do more to…

Organ Grinder Championship returns to Diest on September 7

Diest (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Organ Grinder Championship returns to Diest, Flemish Brabant, on September 7th, 2025,…

Keerbergen Gets 1st Butcher Shop in 2 Years by Alwin Van Geel

Keerbergen (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Butcher Alwin Van Geel and his partner Jessica are opening a new shop…

Bruges’ Alstom appeals after losing NMBS €3.4B train order

Bruges (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Belgium chose Spanish company CAF for a €3.4 billion train contract, rejecting Alstom’s…

Sint-Amands broad school opens: Athletes welcome after hours

Sint-Amands (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Klauterpark comprehensive school now operates in Sint-Amands (Puurs-Sint-Amands). The facilities in a…

Oudenaarde: 4 care workers arrested for abuse, expert speaks

Oudenaarde (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - 4 young care home workers in Oudenaarde were arrested for stealing from and…

Anderlecht teacher threatened twice by students at Sint-Guido

Anderlecht (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The teaching staff at Sint-Guido-Instituut in Anderlecht experienced two threatening incidents from students…

Aalter delays foreign registration, Mayor De Crem defends it

Aalter (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Foreigners in Aalter face long registration delays of 136 days vs. 15 for…

Genk boosts walking tourism, launches Thor park experience

Genk (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Genk aims to increase its pedestrian tourism numbers for the upcoming year. Visit…

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