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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Ghent activist Raf Verbeke’s home fire sparks legal battle

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Raf Verbeke, an activist in Ghent, faced a disastrous fire that ruined his…

MEPs send EU Commission letter urging action to curb rising gas prices

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A group of MEPs wrote a letter to European Commission officials, urging immediate…

Belgian Lunch Garden files for bankruptcy, CIM saves jobs

Brussels (Brussels Morning newspaper) - Lunch Garden, a Belgian restaurant chain, filed for bankruptcy, closing 20 locations and…

Dendermonde police mislead Waze users with fake checkpoints

Dendermonde (Brussels Morning  Newspaper) - Last weekend, the Dendermonde police executed a tactic that involved misleading Waze users…

Blue Monday prompts frosty weather & warnings across Belgium

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Today, January 20, 2025, is known to be "Blue Monday", which is considered…

Antwerp cyclists face delays at Sint-Annatunnel elevators

Antwerp (Brussels Morning  Newspaper) -Today in Antwerp, the cyclists who went to the Sint-Annatunnel spent a lot of…

EU Commissioner Lahbib calls for continued support to UNRWA

Amman (Brussel Morning Newspaper) - EU Commissioner for Equality Hadja Lahbib called on the international community to continue…

Donald Trump to hold victory rally ahead of inauguration 

Washington (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The President-elect, Donald Trump, will stage an inaugural victory parade with a campaign-style…

Israel delays Gaza ceasefire over hostage list demand

Jerusalem (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Israeli PM Netanyahu has instructed its military not to trigger the Gaza ceasefire…

Zottegem gas cylinder explosion: man severely burnt, admitted in burns center

Zottegem (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A gas cylinder explosion in an apartment on January 18, 2025, at 5:30…

Rivierenland Fire Zone enhances Mechelen fleet with €1.7M 

Mechelen (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Rivierenland fire zone, led by Major François Van den Eynde, has invested…

EU Parliament President Metsola holds call with Israel’s foreign minister

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - EU Parliament President Roberta Metsola held a phone call with Israel's Foreign Minister…

Ghent 55-year-old night shop owner dies after stabbing

Ghent (Brussels Morning newspaper) -  A 55-year-old night shop owner in Ghent was stabbed on January 15, 2025,…

Israeli cabinet approves Gaza ceasfire deal

Jerusalem (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Israel's cabinet authorized an agreement with Hamas for a ceasefire and the release…

Antwerp’s diamond trade faces 25% decline amid crisis

Antwerp ( Brussels Morning  Newspaper) - The situation in the Antwerp diamond sector would be considered in crisis…

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