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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Russia and Ukraine complete massive POW exchange

Moscow (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - On Sunday, Russia and Ukraine concluded a three-day prisoner-of-war exchange, with each flank…

Russia and Ukraine complete second POW swap

Moscow (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - On Saturday, Moscow and Kyiv each exchanged 307 of their service personnel during…

EU Commission threatens action if Hungary passes NGO law

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The EU Commission warns of potential action against Hungary should Prime Minister Viktor…

Depot Margot joins Limburg food bank as poverty rises 35%

Diepenbeek (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Depot Margot (Limburg) joined vzw Voedselbank Limburg to handle rising poverty (+35% in…

Russia strikes Kyiv hours after major prisoner exchange

Kyiv (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Just hours after Russia and Ukraine started a significant prisoner exchange, Kyiv, the…

Bonheiden fire claims 1 life and destroys 2 apartments

Bonheiden (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A fire on Zwarte Leeuwstraat, Bonheiden, Antwerp, claims 1 life, destroys 2 apartments,…

AZ Turnhout nurses plan dream wedding for Cancer patient

Turnhout (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - At AZ Turnhout, oncology nurses organized a heartwarming wedding for a cancer patient,…

Beersel residents can win free neighborhood party

Beersel (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Beersel launches a contest allowing residents to win a fully funded neighbourhood party,…

Drain firm threatens Ghent court over unpaid work

Sint-Martens-Latem (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A drainage firm from Sint-Martens-Latem threatens to refill the cesspool at the Ghent…

EU Leadership including MEP Udo Bullmann urged to act now to prevent more deaths in Gaza

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - As civilian casualties in Gaza mount, European leaders face growing pressure to take…

19% residents feel unsafe in Brussels, police reform planned

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A federal police survey in Belgium shows 64% feel safe, but 19% in…

Kalmthout uses AI fire detectors after the Kempen heath fire

Kalmthout (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Kalmthout municipality boosts safety at Kalmthoutse Heide after the Hoge Kempen fire, using…

Veltem Scout building destroyed by fire, Lt. De Greef leads

Veltem-Beisem (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A fire around 22:40 on May 23, 2025, destroyed the Winksele-Veltem-Beisem scout building…

Green light for cheaper Kortrijk fire station plan

Haasrode (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - After a previous delay, the zonal council has approved a revised, cost-effective plan…

Haaltert fence dispute ends in failed reconciliation

Haaltert (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A reconciliation attempt at the justice of the peace between Haaltert municipality and…

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