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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Turnhout knife attack: 44-year-old stabbed by 36-year-old suspect

Turnhout (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): A violent incident in Turnhout involved a 44-year-old man seriously injured during a…

Knokke-Heist’s 15th Zoute Grand Prix: Coucke revives event with €22M auction

Knokke-Heist (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): The 15th Zoute Grand Prix, now owned by Belgian businessman Marc Coucke, attracted…

Urgent RO repairs in Anderlecht: Cracks over Sylvain Dupuislaan

Anderlecht (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Repairs on the RO ring road in Anderlecht began on October 7 due…

Ypres A19 crash: Wrong-way driver charged with manslaughter

Ypres (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): An accident occurred on the A19 near Ypres when a wrong-way driver collided…

Morocco claims no involvement in ECJ ruling on EU agreements

Brussels (The Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Morocco states that in no way concerned with ECJ ruling on the…

Tensions rise as EU imposes duties on Chinese cars

Brussels (The Brussels Morning Newspaper) - EU leaders have shown the green light to extra tariffs on electric…

AFAS to sponsor Sportpaleis’ €45M renovation for 100th anniversary

Antwerp (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): In 2033, Antwerp's Sportpaleis will celebrate its 100th anniversary with significant changes, including…

De Lin’s plan in Ghent: Minister Lydia faces criticism amid funding 

Ghent (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): De Lin's transport plan faces criticism, but the Flemish government, led by Minister…

Mayor Vincent Van Quickenborne celebrates the new Kortrijk R8-A19 bridge

Kortrijk (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): On 4th October a new bridge opened, linking the Kortrijk Ring (R8) to…

Ostende police officer resigns amid harassment claims, Lawyer seeks investigation

Ostend (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): A female officer from the Oostende police resigned due to colleague harassment, with…

Antwerp heist foiled: Four arrested with €20,000 and firearms

Antwerp (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): On March 8-9, police in Antwerp stopped a theft at a customs warehouse,…

Hasselt’s Mayor Vandeput bans alcohol in Capucienenplein after 330 complaints

Hasselt (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): The mayor of Hasselt, Steven Vandeput, has banned alcohol consumption in Capucienenplein due…

De Lin launches €1 all-day ticket and group travel option in Sint-Niklaas

Sint-Niklaas (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): De Lin introduces a €1 all-day travel ticket and group ticket option, enhancing…

Vives and ION launch ‘The Sky’: 200 student rooms in Kortrijk

Kortrijk (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): The Sky is a new student housing project in Kortrijk, developed by Hogeschool…

EU trade agreements boost exports and economic resilience

Brussels (The Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The weight of EU trade protected by the vast network of 42…

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