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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EU backs easing carbon border tax for importers

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - On Tuesday, European Union nations supported plans to reduce the carbon border levy…

Dendermonde faces €25M pension rise and plans outsourcing jobs

Dendermonde (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Dendermonde faces a budget crisis with pension costs rising from €3M to €…

EU Commission raises rule of law concerns in Hungary

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The European Commission has significant worries regarding the rule of law in Hungary,…

25 activists  block Ixelles VUB Braem building for boycott

Ixelles (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - On May 25, 2025, early Tuesday at 6:30 AM, 25 pro-Palestinian activists, led…

Damme bans new holiday homes, 3 suburbs remain exempt

Damme (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Damme city council, led by alderman Christoph De Sutter, bans new holiday homes…

Bruges expands green city wall by 1,100 Sq m

Bruges (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Bruges has expanded its iconic green city wall, the Brugse Vesten, by 1,100…

East Flanders pumping ban now covers 47 locations

East Flanders (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - East Flanders has expanded its pumping ban to 47 locations amid water…

Mayor of As urges better forest fire detection

As (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Mayor of As criticizes current wildfire detection efforts, saying fire towers closing…

Bruges water tower installed 16 swift boxes and bat slots

Bruges (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Farys and Bruges installed 16 swift nest boxes 40 m high on the Sint-Kruis…

EU urges Shein to comply with, respect consumer regulations

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The European Union called on retail giant Shein to comply with its consumer…

Iranian president says Iran won’t starve if US talks fail

Tehran (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Iran can withstand the breakdown of negotiations with the US regarding its nuclear…

Hoeilaart rejects tunnel plan and 20ha farmland forest project

Hoeilaart  (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Hoeilaart and Mayor Tim Vandenput reject the Regional Plan, opposing the expensive tunnel…

Trump delays EU tariff threat, European markets rebound

Washington (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - US President Donald Trump has retreated from his pledge to impose a 50%…

Hoge Kempen Limburg fire burns 50 hectares, arson suspected

Maasmechelen (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A fire burned 50 hectares (100 football fields) of heathland in Limburg; suspicion…

Israeli airstrikes kill 23 in Gaza, including journalist

Jerusalem (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - On Sunday, Israeli military strikes resulted in the deaths of at least 23…

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