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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Leuven: 34 caught crossing red lights at Wijgmaal, Heverlee

Wijgmal (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Leuven police detected 34 road users breaking the rules at railway crossings…

Trump vows response to EU tariffs as trade war grows

Washington (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - US President Donald Trump stated he would respond to the European Union’s retaliatory…

Bundestag to vote on Merz’s defence spending boost

Berlin (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The outgoing German lower house of parliament will hold a special session on…

Egypt welcomes Trump’s decision not to displace Gazans

Cairo (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Egyptian government has expressed appreciation for President Donald Trump's statement on not…

EU leaders attend EU-South Africa summit in Cape Town

Cape Town (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, together with President of the…

G7 ministers meet in Canada amid rising tensions with Trump

La Malbaie (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Foreign ministers of G7 countries meet in Canada on March 13, 2025,…

Putin orders swift defeat of Ukrainian forces in Kursk

Moscow (Brussels Morning Newspaper ) - Russia’s President Vladimir Putin directed his top commanders to defeat Ukrainian forces…

Kaprijke E34 crash: 5 injured in chain collision at lights

Kaprijke (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Last night, six vehicles collided at the junction where expressway E34 (N49) crosses…

Halle’s Sint-Rochus apartment fire: 23 hospitalised, 72 evacuated

Halle (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Last night, Halle's Sint-Rochus district apartment building experienced an emergency evacuation when a…

Molenbeek service delays impact 1,200 permits and residents

Sint-Jans Molenbeek (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Team Fouad Ahidar (TFA), MR, and Les Engagés criticized Molenbeek's service delays.…

Genk carjacking suspect arrested after police chase

Genk (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - On March 11, 2025, police in Genk arrested a 41-year-old man after a…

Putte town hall needs repairs and a new community purpose

Putte (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The old town hall in Putte, dating back to the Middle Ages, needs…

Ypres: Bellewaerde’s €14M Amazonia ride reopens April 5, 2025

Ypres (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Ypres Bellewaerde Park's €14 million Amazonia water ride, built by Intamin, had technical…

Overijse’s Drivenkoers becomes 1st youth race amid challenges

Overjise (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Drivenkoers in Overijse will now focus on young riders for the first…

Hoeilaart uses Lidar to scan 65 km of roads, Patrick concerned

Hoeilaart (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Hoeilaart is using Lidar technology to scan 65 km of roads, bike paths,…

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