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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Oudsbergen: Man threatens bailiff, found dead with illegal weapons

Oudsbergen (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Police discovered multiple illegal weapons along with explosives while executing a search of…

Brussels formation talks stall, parties to reconvene Monday

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - MR, together with PS and Les Engagés, Groen, Vooruit and CD&V, failed to…

Kallas condemns Israel’s renewed military action in Gaza

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas says she told Israeli Foreign Minister…

Germany to provide €3 billion in military aid to Ukraine

Berlin (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The German government is preparing to release an additional 3 billion euros in…

Israel resumes airstrikes on Gaza, five Palestinians killed

Jerusalem (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Israeli bombings killed at least five Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, health officials…

Kaja Kallas: Russia unwilling to make any concessions

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - European Union High Representative Kaja Kallas said that Russia could not be trusted…

Russia and Ukraine trade air strikes despite ceasefire talks

Moscow (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Russia and Ukraine accused each other on March 19, 2025, of launching air…

Protest at provincial house against Middelkerke road plan

Middelkerke (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A planned road between Slipe and Middelkerke, including a bridge, faces opposition from…

Halle launches DigiDoolhof game for digital struggling people

Halle (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Many Belgians struggle with digital skills (39% low-skilled, 7% never online). In Halle…

Man jailed 14 months for assaulting officer at Versuz Hasselt

Hasselt (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A 35-year-old man from Heusden-Zolder was sentenced to 14 months in prison and…

Alken Vallei 2025 project improves Grote Herk and play areas

Alken (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Alken is transforming De Alk into Alken Vallei, improving nature, tourism, and flood…

Sint-Niklaas ends free WiFi after 8 years, Groen opposes

Sint-Niklaas (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Sint-Niklaas is ending its free WiFi after 8 years, saving €33,000 yearly. Alderman…

100 year old Georgette reopens Café Rembrandt in  Zoutleeuw

Zoutleeuw (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Zoutleeuw café owner, Georgette, returned to business operation today to mark her…

Dendermonde restores Ros Beiaard & 3 Gildereuzen by 2029 for 2030 procession

Dendermonde (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Dendermonde city authorities have launched an extensive initiative to restore the Ros Beiaard…

Ghent house relisted: €17.5M, 16 buyers balked over permit doubts

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The East Flemish provincial government intends to resell the old provincial government building…

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