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’s Bokrik uncovers hidden slide collection: Curator Hilde Schoefs seeks acid-free frames

Genk (Brussels Morning Newspaper): A slide collection was discovered at Bokrik, Belgium's open-air museum, revealing valuable historical insights.…

Wit-Gele Kruis Limburg’s €17.5M move to Hasselt: A new healthcare hub

Hasselt (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Next summer, renovations will begin at the former Christian Mutuality building in Hasselt for…

Roberta Metsola urges EU to act independently from US policy

Valletta (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - In a statement, EU Parliament president Roberta Mestsola said that the EU needs…

Georgian prosecutors launch probe into election falsification

Tbilisi (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Georgia has investigated the alleged "falsification" of its parliamentary elections after the opposition…

Leuven’s 30CC festival draws 16,000 attendees; Robrecht Penders celebrates arts success

Leuven (Brussels Morning Newspaper): The 30CC festival attracted 16,000 attendees, showcasing diverse events like theatre, dance, and live…

Net Brussel’s autumn leaf management: 7 workers, 150 km tram network safety

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Net Brussel manages fallen leaves in Brussels from mid-October to mid-December, employing seven workers.…

Winterland opens in Hasselt on November 15: 600,000 visitors, 60 new cameras, and festive fun

Hasselt (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Winterland's 16th edition begins on November 15, 2024, attracting 600,000 visitors. Organizer Maurice Schoenmaeckers…

A new 8-ton MRI machine installed at Sint-Truiden Hospital with a 500-ton crane

Sint-Truiden (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Sint-Truiden Hospital recently installed a new MRI machine weighing 8 tons, using a 500-ton…

Couple faces €2,000 fine as Genk city demands garden restoration by November 26

Genk (Brussels Morning Newspaper): A couple's court case in Tongeren proceeded without them after they missed multiple hearings.…

Karim Van Overmeire climbs 80 meters to restore Aalst’s historic Saint Joseph Church

Aalst (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Karim Van Overmeire, Aalst's Alderman for Heritage, restored the 80-meter Saint Joseph Church by…

Dendermonde: Father kills disabled son in mercy killing incident

Dendermonde (Brussels Morning Newspaper): In Appels, a father killed his disabled son and then himself, termed a "mercy…

Bruges attack: 36-year-old man injured, two suspects arrested

Bruges (Brussels Morning Newspaper): A 36-year-old man was seriously injured in Bruges on October 23 after escaping an…

EU raises electricity export capacity to Ukraine

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - European Commission welcomes rising electricity export capacity to Ukraine and Moldova. The European…

EU and UK reached competition cooperation agreement

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - An agreement on competition cooperation between the EU and the UK has been…

Genk’s Stationsplein safety: Mayor Wim Dries targets urgent changes after 5-6 accidents

Genk (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Mayor Wim Dries is pushing for urgent safety improvements at Stationsplein in Genk after…

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