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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Bertin Mampaka Re-Elected Brussels Parliament President, Brussels

Brussels, 21 September, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Bertin Mampaka Mankamba has been re-elected as Brussels Parliament president as the…

Brussels Metro Celebrates 50th Anniversary

Brussels, 21 September, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Brussels has marked 50 years since the opening of its first full…

Liquid Cocaine Hidden in Soap Seized After Colombia Shipment Intercepted in Antwerp

Antwerp, Belgium, 21 September, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Belgian customs have seized cocaine concealed in liquid soap at the…

Charleroi Airport Strike Cancels Dozens of Flights in Belgium

Charleroi, Belgium, 21 September, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – The Charleroi Airport strike is causing another day of disruption at…

Remco Evenepoel Makes History With Fourth Straight World Time Trial Title in Montréal

Montréal, Canada, 21 September, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Belgium’s Remco Evenepoel made cycling history on Sunday by winning a…

Rail Works Disrupt Car-Free Sunday Travel Across Brussels

Brussels, 20 September, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Planned Brussels rail works are disrupting several train routes on Sunday as…

Brussels Comic Strip Festival Names 2026 Atomium Award Winners

Brussels, 20 September, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – The Brussels Atomium Awards have named seven winners for 2026, recognising comic-strip…

60 Residents Evacuated as Apartment Fire Exposes Safety Failures in Anderlecht

Anderlecht, Belgium, 20 September, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Around 60 residents were evacuated from a six-storey building after an…

Brussels Second Car-Free Day Plan Faces Growing Opposition

Brussels, 20 September, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Debate over the Brussels second Car-Free Day has intensified as the capital…

Belgium’s Top Chocolatiers Revealed as 2027 Winners, Brussels

Brussels, 20 September, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – The Belgium top chocolatiers for 2027 have been announced by Gault&Millau, with…

Brussels Heritage Days Opens Final Day With 270+ Events Across Capital

Brussels, 20 September, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Brussels Heritage Days enters its second and final day today, giving residents…

Belgian Researchers Study Italy’s West Nile Virus Response as European Cases Rise In Brussels

Brussels, 19 September, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Belgian researchers are studying Italy’s response to West Nile virus as health…

EU Presses US to Reverse Palestinian UN Visa Ban in Brussels

Brussels, Belgium, 19 September, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – The European Union has urged the United States to reconsider its…

Belgian Greens Demand National Climate Command Unit After Wildfire, Mechelen

Mechelen, Belgium, 19 September, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Belgium’s Flemish Green party Groen has called for a national climate…

European Commission Proposes Faster Recognition of Professional Qualifications

Stockholm (Brussels Morning Newspaper) September 19, 2026 – The European Commission has introduced a new legislative package aimed…

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