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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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Greek parliament fails to elect new president

Athens (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Constantine Tassoulas, the Greek prime minister's choice for president, failed to get the…

American soldiers deploy to Berlaar for NATO Mission 2025

Berlaar (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Belgian Ministry of Defence will support an American Infantry Brigade within Berlaar…

Antwerp: Delhaize Supermarket fire, no injuries reported

Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Delhaize supermarket on Museumstraat in Antwerp experienced a fire on Friday, January 25,…

Neon stork sign returns to celebrate new births in Kortrijk

Kortrijk (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - De Ooievaar was a popular children's store in Kortrijk (1936-2000), known for its…

EU military chief suggests stationing troops in Greenland

Berlin (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - European Union’s top military official, Robert Brieger, stated in an interview with Germany’s…

Belgium weather update: heavy rain frost storm Herminia

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Today on January 25, 2025, in Belgium, expect morning rain, clearing up in…

Financial turmoil hits Sint-Truiden amid new investigations

Sint-Truiden (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A new judicial investigation began on Friday, January 24, 2025, in Sint-Truiden's government…

Belgian Cycling Federation awards Marnic De Meulemeester

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Marnic De Meulemeester, former mayor and advocate for women's cycling, received the Femmeuze…

Tim Stiers leads Tienen’s school upgrade for 1,000 students

Tienen (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Director Tim Stiers shared how Tienen’s school grew from 600 to 1,000 students,…

Boortmeerbeek proposes an income tax increase of 174 Euros 

Boortmeerbeek (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - On January 27, 2025, Boortmeerbeek's city council will discuss a plan to raise…

Dendermonde: 28-year-old man charged with killing pregnant woman & 5-year-old child

Dendermonde (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Belgian authorities confirmed on Friday, January 24, 2025, that a man charged with…

Kaulille’s Mayor Stin Van Baelen plans an oval roundabout

Kaulille (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - In Kaulille, Mayor Stin Van Baelen announced plans to construct an oval roundabout…

Antwerp: 900 wine bottles launch by Wijnfaktorij

Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Wijnfaktorij is celebrating its 10th anniversary by ageing three wine barrels (225 litres…

Antwerp: OMV’s new facility to process 300,000 tonnes annually

Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Austrian chemical identity OMV announced the construction of a multi-million-dollar manufacturing facility within…

Divers rescued man from Brussels-Charleroi Canal

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - This morning on January 23, 2025, at 10:10 AM, a man fell into…

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