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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Minister Visits Izegem Care Center amid staff, dementia rise

Izegem (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Minister visited an Izegem care centre and met Cleo (care worker) and…

Flanders: Vooruit pushes bill for better energy supplier services 

Passendale (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Belgian energy supplier legislation mandates that companies provide fair and accessible customer service…

Tienen: 73-year-old Lydia ‘Fries Queen,’ closes Chip shop after 43 years

Tienen (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The 'fries queen' Lydia (73) will end 43 years of operation at her…

EU plans carbon border levy exemptions for most companies

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - According to draft EU Commission proposals, the European Union will exempt "the vast…

Passendale: 67-year-old seriously hurt in accident near Zonnebeke

Passendale (Brussels Morning Newspaper) -The West Flanders public prosecutor's office launched an investigation regarding an unclear traffic accident…

Ghent Art Center hosts CabaretBOM monthly by Els Degryse

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Comedian Els Degryse and director Walter Janssens launched CabaretBOM, a monthly cabaret night…

Russia says EU poised for continuation of Ukraine conflict

Moscow (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Russia’s spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated that the European Union is actively pursuing the…

Sint-Laureins plans a sewer and road upgrade project

Sint-Laureins (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Mayor Patrick De Greve announced a long-delayed project to upgrade the sewer system…

Anderlecht Metro Line 5: No evening service March 3, 17, 24 

Anderlecht (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Brussels metro line 5 services in Anderlecht will not operate past 9:00 pm…

UGent halts internships as SMAK faces work issues amid safety

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - SMAK. in Ghent faces criticism for a toxic work culture under Director Philippe…

Izegem man with mental health issues rescued after 3 hours

Izegem (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - On February 23, 2025 morning in Izegem's Grote Markt, emergency services, including police…

UK PM Starmer says Ukraine must be included in peace talks

London (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - UK PM Keir Starmer said that there can be no discussions about the…

Belgian archery championship in Merksplas with 280 archers

Merksplas (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Belgian Archery Championship, organized by Sint-Sebastiaansgilde in Merksplas, features 280 participants over…

Lanaken 1990 case police seek identity of unknown man

Lanaken (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Authorities are reopening a 1990 case of an unidentified man found in the…

Pope Francis stable overnight, Vatican call for prayer

Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Pope Francis is critically ill with double pneumonia and chronic bronchitis. He receives…

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