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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Car catches fire in Avelgem, driver unharmed

Avelgem (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A vehicle completely burned down in Avelgem before its driver pulled the car…

Youth plant 1,200 trees in Halle for future playgrounds

Halle (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The youth groups of Halle gathered on a Sunday afternoon to plant a…

French minister says Europe must protect Ukraine more than ever

Paris (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - French Minister of the Overseas Manuel Valls said Europe is at a turning…

Marco Rubio reaches Saudi Arabia to meet Russian officials

Riyadh (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Marco Rubio, U.S. Secretary of State reaches Saudi Arabia ahead of expected discussions…

Boechout-Mortsel-Antwerp line damaged by aerial work platform

Mortsel (Brussels Morning Newspaper) -The trams cannot operate between Mortsel Boechout and Antwerp because a fault occurred in…

G7 foreign ministers reaffirm support for Ukraine

Paris (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - As a result of a meeting held on the fringes of the Munich…

Poland’s Sikorski: EU countries will not create one united army

Warsaw (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - In a TV interview, Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski said European countries will…

Ukraine downs 33 out of 70 Russian drones, overnight strike

Kyiv (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Ukrainian Air Force said its air defences destroyed 33 out of 70 drones…

Vanessa Matz to meet Bpost CEO on Monday as delays continue

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Federal Minister Vanessa Matz is mediating between the post's management and protesting unions…

Zelenskyy calls for creation of European armed forces

Munich (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the time has come for the creation of an “armed…

Antwerp, Seefhoek: 4 hospitalised after fire incident

Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A fire erupted in the Seefhoek district of Antwerp last night within a…

Genk teams with Ecopower for 2 wind turbines, €13.5M budget

Genk (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Genk partnered with Ecopower to build 2 wind turbines, costing €13.5 million, involving…

Mayor Jo De Ro seek mediation in Incovo waste conflict in Flanders

Vilvoorde (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Mayor Jo De Ro (Open VLD) from Vilvoorde attempts to resolve conflicts at…

Infrabel to repair line 73, NMBS adds buses for disruption

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - In February and March 2025, Infrabel will perform maintenance on Line 73 over…

Theo Francken urges 2% defence budget increase by summer

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Defence Minister Theo Francken (N-VA) initiated a proposal to his government partners to…

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