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: 20-year-old stabbed in Grace-Hollogne, suspect in custody

Genk (Brussels Morning Newspaper) -  The 20-year-old resident from Grace-Hollogne received critical injuries from a knife attack at…

Halle’s €3M Sports Complex Plans crushed by Council of State

Halle (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Council of State rejected Bres sports complex construction plans at Halle because…

Bruges MUG helicopter secures permanent financial support

Bruges (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The MUG helicopter at AZ Sint-Jan in Bruges will now receive fixed financial…

Kremlin: New elections in Ukraine are necessary

Moscow (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Russian government stated on February 3, 2025, that Ukrainian elections were necessary…

Belgium’s new government forms as MR leader Bouchez steps back

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Georges-Louis Bouchez, leader of the MR party, will not join Bart De Wever's…

€8 Million investment in Tessenderlo-Ham’s agricultural future

Tessenderlo-Ham (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Tessenderlo-Ham is developing sustainable cart paths for agricultural vehicles at Beekstraat Viooltjesstraat and…

20-year-old woman dies in a motorcycle accident in Westende

Westende (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A 20-year-old woman lost control of her motorcycle along Westendelaan in Westende near…

Linter’s fighting chicken show cancelled due to bird flu

Linter (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The 19th International Fighting Chicken Show in Linter, Belgium, was cancelled due to…

Flemish government tightens Dutch requirements for social housing

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Flemish government plans to tighten language requirements for social housing tenants. Flemish…

Yvette Cooper: UK seeks improved EU trade relations, avoids customs union

London (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - UK Home Secretary Yvette Cooper has said that PM Keir Starmer will aim…

Ukrainian drones strike Russia’s Belgorod, kill two civilians, official says

Moscow (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Ukrainian launched multiple drone attacks on Russia’s Belgorod region bordering Ukraine. Two civilians…

Former German president Horst Koehler dies at 81

Berlin (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Former German President Horst Koehler, a global policymaker with a special passion for…

80-year-old cyclist seriously injured

Lievegem (Brussels Morning Newspaper) -  A vehicle hit an 80-year-old female victim in Gruitrode at 10:45 am on…

Eeklo hosts job fair for workers affected by Ontex closure

Eeklo (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - On 9 November 2024, Eeklo hosted a job fair for 350 Ontex factory…

Sint-Truiden police confiscate dogs amid stray crisis

Sint-Truiden (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - In Sint-Truiden, police confiscated 2 aggressive shepherd dogs due to repeated escapes. Chief…

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