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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Maarkedal: 2 weeks trained nurse delivers baby mid-flight

Maarkedal (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Lore Nachtergaele (22) from Maarkedal provided assistance to a pregnant Senegalese woman during…

Brussels transport issues affect Baudouin Stadium access

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Due to disruptions on Brussels' Metro Line 6 and other public transport cancellations,…

Beringen’s heritage groups unite to preserve history

Beringen (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - 4 heritage groups in Beringen-Heemkunde Beverlo, Citévolk Spreekt Beringen-Min, Heemkunde Kiosk Beringen, and…

Sint-Eloois-Winkel: 57-year-old injured in traffic accident 

Sint-Eloois-Winkel (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A serious traffic accident injured a pedestrian at Sint-Eloois-Winkel during the evening. A…

Anderlecht: Armed suspect flees police at Clemenceau Metro

Anderlecht (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - An armed individual escaped from law enforcement personnel when they encountered each other…

Wervik De Graankorrel school’s traffic safety concerns lead to strike

Wervik (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - De Graankorrel school in Wervik faces ongoing traffic safety issues despite changes like…

Pommelien Thijs headlines Belgium’s Pukkelpop Festival 2025

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Pukkelpop 2025 features Pommelien Thijs, Amelie Lens, Netsky, Zwangere Guy, Oscar & The…

German Chancellor Scholz extends border controls for six months 

Berlin (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - German Chancellor Olaf Scholz announced that Germany had extended temporary border controls for…

Hasselt: Tom Waes’ damaged Porsche to be auctioned this month

Hasselt (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - After Tom Waes's accident in November 2024, his damaged Porsche 911 G-model drew…

Bpost strike disrupts 70% of service, Brussels affected

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Postal workers in Wallonia and Brussels are protesting the post's reorganization plans, which…

Hasselt elevator issue traps 56-year-old disabled woman 

Hasselt (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The broken elevator in Hasselt renders resident Sabine Banken unable to leave her…

E19 tanker crash kills driver, 20,000L spill causes delays

Minderhout (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A tanker truck collision on the E19 near Minderhout resulted in a major…

Antwerp: 56-year-old man killed in apartment fire 

Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A 56-year-old resident of the Antwerp apartment complex died from the fatal fire.…

Costa discusses regional ties with Kazakhstan’s president

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - European Council President António Costa held a telephone conversation with the President of…

Von der Leyen: EU ready to cooperate with Trump

Paris (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen expressed the EU's readiness to continue…

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