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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Taliban calls on EU for support in drug reduction efforts

Kabul (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Taliban urges EU support for drug reduction, alternative crops, jobs, and treatment efforts.…

CD&V challenges Sint-Truiden election: Kempeneers claims 700 proxy votes

Sint-Truiden (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Former Sint-Truiden mayor Ingrid Kempeneers' CD&V party moves to opposition. CD&V requests an investigation…

Charleroi taxi driver caught high in Leuven: 44 tested, multiple fines issued

Leuven (Brussels Morning Newspaper): A Charleroi taxi driver was stopped in Leuven for drug use after dropping off…

Drunk 29-year-old fugitive crashes into cars, flees arrest in Antwerp

Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper): A 29-year-old fugitive driver crashed into two parked cars in Antwerp at 4 a.m.,…

A suspicious package disrupts train services at Antwerp Central station

Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper): A suspect boarded a train in Breda, Netherlands, at 8:00 AM, traveling to Belgium.…

Knokke-Heist’s Compagnie Het Zoute’s 151-space parking plan faces opposition

Knokke-Heist (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Compagnie Het Zoute plans to build a 7.200 square meter underground parking with 151…

Elderly woman hospitalized after severe carbon monoxide poisoning in Molenbeek incident

Sint-Jans-Molenbeek (Brussels Morning Newspaper): An elderly woman in Sint-Jans-Molenbeek was hospitalized after paramedics discovered dangerous carbon monoxide levels…

Hasselt offers electric bikes at 5-50% discounts: Join Steven Roggen’s eco-friendly initiative

Hasselt (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Hasselt's electric bike group purchases take place from October 10 to December 7, offering…

Six days of Ghent: Lotte Kopecky, Lindsay De Vylder, and top cyclists compete

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper): The Six Days of Ghent at '+ Kuipke' runs from November 12-17. It features…

Violence against LGBTQ+ community: Ingrid Pelssers addresses alarming attacks in Ostend

Ostend (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Ingrid Pelssers, chairwoman of Leuven's UniQue, highlighted rising violence against the LGBTQ+ community, referencing…

EU Council seeks agreement with parliament on the 2025 budget

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Economic and Financial Affairs Council will meet to negotiate and finalize the…

Car accident in Genk: Woman injured after vehicle flips over

Genk (Brussels Morning Newspaper): A woman was seriously injured in a car accident early Saturday on Henry Fordlaan,…

Vilvoorde De Pil Model Railway Club: Celebrating 50 years of creativity and community

Vilvoorde (Brussels Morning Newspaper): The model railway club De Pil, founded in 1974 in Mechelen, moved to Vilvoorde…

Brussels Hospitals face €86 million losses: GIBBIS warns of rising poverty impact

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper): In Brussels, three out of four hospitals are losing money, totaling €86 million in…

Project One: INEOS to create 2,000 jobs in Antwerp with a green ethane cracker

Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Flemish Prime Minister Matthias Diependaele said the legal issues over Project One, an ethane…

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