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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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Linter’s fighting chicken show cancelled due to bird flu

Linter (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The 19th International Fighting Chicken Show in Linter, Belgium, was cancelled due to…

Flemish government tightens Dutch requirements for social housing

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Flemish government plans to tighten language requirements for social housing tenants. Flemish…

Yvette Cooper: UK seeks improved EU trade relations, avoids customs union

London (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - UK Home Secretary Yvette Cooper has said that PM Keir Starmer will aim…

Ukrainian drones strike Russia’s Belgorod, kill two civilians, official says

Moscow (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Ukrainian launched multiple drone attacks on Russia’s Belgorod region bordering Ukraine. Two civilians…

Former German president Horst Koehler dies at 81

Berlin (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Former German President Horst Koehler, a global policymaker with a special passion for…

80-year-old cyclist seriously injured

Lievegem (Brussels Morning Newspaper) -  A vehicle hit an 80-year-old female victim in Gruitrode at 10:45 am on…

Eeklo hosts job fair for workers affected by Ontex closure

Eeklo (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - On 9 November 2024, Eeklo hosted a job fair for 350 Ontex factory…

Sint-Truiden police confiscate dogs amid stray crisis

Sint-Truiden (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - In Sint-Truiden, police confiscated 2 aggressive shepherd dogs due to repeated escapes. Chief…

Lo: Sint-Pieterskerk workers rescue missing cat Fientje 

Lo (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Workers renovating the Sint-Pieterskerk church tower rescued Fientje the cat from Lo, after…

Mixed emotions in Belgium as coalition deal is announced

Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - After 7 months of political negotiation, Belgium formed a new cabinet under N-VA…

Trump says US will “absolutely” impose tariffs on EU goods

Washington (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Donald Trump has again threatened to slap tariffs on products made in the…

Sint-Truiden father gets 20 months for assaulting daughter

Sint-Truiden (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A 40-year-old man in Sint-Truiden gets 20 months in prison by the Hasselt…

Brussels airport train services disrupted by track work

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Belgium train services will be disrupted from February 1, 2025, to March 2,…

Mysterious Tarzan cries haunt Ghent since January 12

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Residents and officials in the city centre of Ghent reported hearing intermittent Tarzan…

Farmers reject €50 lapwing nest subsidy in Boutersem

Boutersem (Brussels Morning Newspaper) -  Boutersem officially discontinued its subsidy initiative to protect lapwing nests because farmer applications…

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