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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Leuven celebrates 600 Years of University: tours, talks & parties

Leuven (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - KU Leuven begins its official 600th-anniversary festivities this weekend. The university opens its…

Brussels Government stalemate persists, Gennez urges action

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Brussels has been in a political deadlock since the June 2024 elections, with…

Wevelgem: Truck crashed into residential garage on Thursday 

Wevelgem (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The incident occurred when a truck crashed into a residential garage in Moorsele,…

Man and woman suspects arrested for burglary in Oudenaarde

Oudenaarde (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - On February 14, 2025, police in Kruisem arrested 2 French suspects linked to…

Belgian BNP Paribas Fortis shifting 500 jobs, union respond

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - BNP Paribas Fortis plans to outsource 500 jobs from its Client Service Center…

Ternat: others urge to keep childcare subsidy method

Ternat (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The cities of Ternat and several others from the region request that authorities…

Bpost strike delays mail in Liège, Charleroi, Brussels

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Bpost is experiencing major disruptions due to strikes at sorting centres in Liège,…

Young Opwijk Neo-Nazi on trial for terror plans manifesto

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The authorities have identified a neo-Nazi man from Opwijk who allegedly plotted a…

Belgian unions OVS and ASTB strike against austerity

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - 2 small rail unions, OVS and ASTB, are going on strike. Belgian trade…

Kortrijk’s wind turbine plan faces opposition

Kortrijk (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Kortrijk city council opposes the northernmost of 4 proposed wind turbines because…

Geel hikers rescue injured beaver admitted in VOC Care

Geel (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A hiker found a weak beaver during the day. The Wildlife Taxi Team…

Lebbeke joins Dodentocht with official rest stop Raf De Wolf

Lebbeke (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Dodentocht, a 100 km walk in Belgium, will take place on August…

Belgian Ak’Cent teachers wear red to protest education rules

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Teachers at Ak'Cent primary school protest education changes by wearing red, using the…

Arendonk man jailed for hitting girlfriend in fight over last Duvel

Arendonk (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A 49-year-old Arendonk resident received a 10-month suspended jail term and an 800…

Vilvoorde station safety operation, 4 arrested, 320 fined

Vilvoorde (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - On February 12, 2025, Mayor Jo De Ro launched a safety operation at…

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