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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Brussels opens Un Pass Dans L’Impasse centre for suicide prevention

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - On January 17, 2025, a new suicide prevention centre, operated by the organisation…

Flanders: 4 Hepatitis A cases from Albert Heijn’s blueberries

Brussels (Brussels Morning newspaper) - Hepatitis A linked to Albert Heijn's frozen blueberries has sickened 12 people in…

6 planets aligned at Georges Lemaître observatory in Bocholt

Bocholt (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Georges Lemaître Observatory in Bocholt is preparing to provide a great astronomical spectacle…

Oostburg: 67-year-old from Aalst killed in car by stabbing

Oostburg (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A man from Aalst Belgium, aged 67, was stabbed and found dead inside…

Antwerp Mayor’s house arrests spark legal and ethical debate

Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper) -  The Human Rights League prompted criticism of Antwerp Mayor Bart De Wever to…

Brussels plans Palestine solidarity march for January 26th

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Among the events planned for January 26, 2025, there is a march in…

Belgium’s VDL De Meeuw to build 1,100 modular units in €200M

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Belgium partners with VDL De Meeuw for 1.100 modular units to address prison…

GO! Technical Atheneum Ypres turns detention into community service

Ypres (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - GO! Technical Atheneum in Ypres turns detention into community service, boosting responsibility. Director…

Belgian prison staff strike set for January 26 amid violence

Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Belgian prison staff plan a strike on January 26, 2025, to protest escalating…

Baby dies at De Uiltjes daycare in Tienen

Tienen (Brussels  Morning Newspaper): An incident at De Uiltjes daycare in Belgium resulted in a baby's death after…

Ghent AZ Sint Lucas expands EV charging with 72 new stations

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - AZ Sint Lucas in Ghent has added 72 EV charging stations for visitors.…

Leuven KFC Diest declares bankruptcy amid €400K debt crisis

Leuven (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - KFC Diest is facing bankruptcy with €400,000 in debt and a three-match suspension.…

Design Museum Ghent renovation with 82k eco-bricks at €20M

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Design Museum in Ghent is set to reopen in autumn 2025 after…

E17 truck fire causes major traffic jam towards Ghent 

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A truck fire on the E17 near Harelbeke caused major traffic jams on…

EU enforces duties on Chinese erythritol imports

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The European Commission said it will impose anti-dumping tariffs on imports of the…

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