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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ECB takes first step towards winding down pandemic aid

Brussels (Brussels Morning) The European Central Bank (ECB) prepared to take the first step towards slowly winding down…

Allianz facing investigation over collapse of its US investment funds

Brussels (Brussels Morning) Germany’s largest financial company Allianz is reportedly facing an official probe into the demise of…

Rights watchdog claims repatriated Syrians subjected to rape and torture

Brussels (Brussels Morning) A worrying report released by global rights watchdog Amnesty International on Tuesday claims repatriated Syrian…

The Iranian view of the Afghanistan developments – an interview with Ambassador Seyed Mohammad Javad Rasouli

Skopje (Brussels Morning) How does the Islamic Republic of Iran view the developments in Afghanistan? How are the…

Macron says dialogue with Taliban not a sign of recognition

Brussels (Brussels Morning) French President Emmanuel Macron acknowledged that Paris is in contact with the Taliban insurgents in…

HRW report lists Hamas’ war crimes in Israel

Brussels (Brussels Morning) Global rights organisation Human Rights Watch (HRW) published its second report in two weeks on…

Polish parliament passes disputed media, Holocaust restitution bills

Brussels (Brussels Morning) The lower house of the Polish parliament passed a controversial bill on Wednesday, strengthening a…

HRW report blames Lebanese officials for deadly Beirut blast

Brussels (Brussels Morning) A damning report by Human Rights Watch (HRW), published on Tuesday, claims that top Lebanese…

China criticises EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism

Brussels (Brussels Morning) China has criticised the EU’s impending Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), which will impose a…

US and EU condemn Chinese cyber espionage campaign

Brussels (Brussels Morning) The US, the EU and a group of their allies have openly condemned what they…

Croatian MEP claims EMA confirmed his vaccine hesitancy

Brussels (Brussels Morning) Two weeks ago, the Brussels Eye reported on the low uptake of Bulgarian and Romanian…

EU planning to end sale of petrol and diesel cars by 2035

Brussels (Brussels Morning) The latest of the European Commission’s sweeping climate reform plans reportedly includes regulations intended to…

Bulgaria’s snap elections unlikely to be conclusive

Brussels (Brussels Morning) The latest poll for this Sunday’s Bulgarian snap election indicates the next parliament may have…

Norway’s KLP fund dumps stock tied to illegal Israeli settlements

Brussels (Brussels Morning) The largest Norwegian pension fund, KLP, announced on Monday it has divested all of its…

French prosecutors probe fashion retailers over worker abuse in Xinjiang

Brussels (Brussels Morning) French authorities are probing four fashion retailers suspected of attempting to conceal crimes against humanity…

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