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 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…

500 attend illegal party in Menen warehouse; police intervene

Menen (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - An illegal party with 350-500 people occurred in an old warehouse near Menen.…

Bulgarian protestors storm EU mission over Euro adoption

Sofia (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Several thousand protestors scuffled with police while attempting to storm the building of…

Belgium rail strike hits as 60% trains run Peter Meukens reacts

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The NMBS train strike (21 Feb–2 Mar 2025) led to unexpected cancellations, frustrating…

Sint-Lievens-Houtem: Car crashes into house in Bavegem

Mechelen (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A vehicle operator driving in Bavegem crashed into a house facade when he…

Tram breaks on Gitschotellei, Borgerhout: Fix by 13:00

Borgerhout (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The team at Gitschotellei in Borgerhout has experienced a malfunction that has caused…

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