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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Ursula von der Leyen awarded Charlemagne Prize for European unification

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - In recognition of her contribution to unification in Europe, European Commission President Ursula…

Bruges €330K project at ‘t Stil Ende for swan and environment

Bruges 9Brussels Morning newspaper) - Bruges is enhancing flood protection at 't Stil Ende with a €330,000 project.…

CPAS Molenbeek  loses 21 workers amid funding crisis

Molenbeek (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Since January 2025, 21 workers at the CPAS in Brussels have lost their…

KU Leuven launches Carillon Cantus in May 2025 on 600th anniversary

Leuven (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - KU Leuven's Carillon Cantus for alumni will be held on May 15, 2025.…

Knokke-Heist police arrest 7 minors following video evidence

Knokke-Heist (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - 7 minors arrested in Damme/Knokke-Heist for assault/extortion, 4 in custody. Authorities focus on…

Belgium’s coldest night: Elsenborn hits minus 15.5 degree Celsius

Elsenborn (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Last night marked the coldest temperatures of the season, with Elsenborn in the…

Antwerp prison torture victim sentence 2 years for assault

Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Antwerp criminal court has decided on a prison term of 2 years…

2 school students safe after Parklaan traffic accident

Zaventem (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - 2 Go!-school Kompaz students were involved in a traffic accident on Parklaan. They…

Ypres N308 road upgrade to enhance safety for cyclists

Ypres (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The N308 road in Vlamertinge, Ypres, will be renovated for 3-4 years. It…

Greece PM Mitsotakis urges EU to move faster in cutting energy prices

Athens (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has penned to Ursula Von der Leyen to…

2 suspects report to Ghent police after New Year eve’s brawl

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - In Ghent, two adult suspects willingly went to the police because of a…

EU Commission finds China is limiting access to medical device market

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The EU Commission said it had found that European Union suppliers of medical…

Nine injured in pile-up accident of De Lijn bus in Laken

Laken (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - In Laken, there was a quite severe accident that involved a De Lijn…

Aalbeke residents rally against proposed clay pit quarry

Aalbeke (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - In Aalbeke, people show high resistance to any type of quarry, especially a…

Flemish party Groen exits X for Bluesky over misinformation

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Groen, the Flemish party led by Bart Dhondt, leaves X due to Elon Musk…

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