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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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…

Ghent Collects 1,202 Laughing Gas Capsules with €5 Incentive

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Ghent collected 1,202 laughing gas capsules in December 2024, up due to a…

Haaltert resident’s fence blocks sidewalk causes Debate

Haaltert (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - In Haaltert, a resident's fence blocks sidewalks, prompting complaints. Alderman Meganck criticises it,…

De Mouterii Care Center in Aalst reopens after closure

Aalst (Brussels Moening Newspaper) - De Mouterii care centre reopened after a six-month closure for serious issues. Inspections…

Bredene tram track repairs lead to De Lijn’s night services

Bredene (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - De Lijn is renewing tram tracks in Bredene until April 2025, offering night…

127 drivers inspected, 9 drug violations in Zeebrugge operation

Zeebrugge (Brussels Morning Newspaper): A safety operation in Zeebrugge involved police and tax authorities. It stopped 127 drivers.…

Brussels firefighters attack police during pension protest

Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - In a peaceful protest against the future federal government’s pension schemes, a group…

Blue-bike joins Telenet for eco-friendly commuting in Mechelen 

Mechelen (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Blue-bike partners with Telenet to enhance eco-friendly transport in Mechelen. The project offers…

Havenwereld Learning Centre to open at Antwerp Dry Docks by June 2026

Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Havenwereld at Antwerp Dry Docks will open in June 2026 and educate youth…

Delhaize buys 325 Delfood to expand Louis Delhaize, Belgium

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Delhaize acquires Delfood, adding 325 Louis Delhaize stores in Belgium. CEO Xavier Piesvaux…

Brussels funds €1.2M for 14 circular economy projects

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Brussels will commit €1.2M to the BeCircular program to support 14 projects of…

Christophe Merckx named senior prince for Halle Carnival

Halle (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - For the carnival celebrations in Halle, it is announced that the new senior…

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