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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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…

Lo: Sint-Pieterskerk workers rescue missing cat Fientje 

Lo (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Workers renovating the Sint-Pieterskerk church tower rescued Fientje the cat from Lo, after…

Mixed emotions in Belgium as coalition deal is announced

Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - After 7 months of political negotiation, Belgium formed a new cabinet under N-VA…

Trump says US will “absolutely” impose tariffs on EU goods

Washington (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Donald Trump has again threatened to slap tariffs on products made in the…

Sint-Truiden father gets 20 months for assaulting daughter

Sint-Truiden (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A 40-year-old man in Sint-Truiden gets 20 months in prison by the Hasselt…

Brussels airport train services disrupted by track work

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Belgium train services will be disrupted from February 1, 2025, to March 2,…

Mysterious Tarzan cries haunt Ghent since January 12

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Residents and officials in the city centre of Ghent reported hearing intermittent Tarzan…

Farmers reject €50 lapwing nest subsidy in Boutersem

Boutersem (Brussels Morning Newspaper) -  Boutersem officially discontinued its subsidy initiative to protect lapwing nests because farmer applications…

Giant Lambert Helen needs a new home in Heusden-Zolder

Heusden-Zolder (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Giants Guild seeks a new home for Lambert Helen (4.8m), now in…

Antwerp classic car event returns to Cockerillkaai May 2025

Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Antwerp Classic Car Event (ACCE) returns on May 3-4, 2025, expecting 15,000…

Kortrijk honours firefighter Johan Kesteloot’s 43-year service

Kortrijk (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Firefighter Johan Kesteloot retired after 43 years with the Kortrijk fire brigade, honoured…

Kisp Antwerp launches watchmaker training for students 

Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Kisp in Antwerp has launched two watchmaker training classes, with 24 students enrolled.…

Sint-Jans-Molenbeek school In Brussels, renamed as Atheneum Caroline Pauwels

Sint-Jans-Molenbeek (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A decision was made to rename the Brussels GO! 4cITy-atheneum in Sint-Jans-Molenbeek as…

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