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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Nine states join the EU Council in extending sanctions against Iran

Brussels (The Brussels Morning newspaper) - Nine countries, including EU candidates and EFTA members, support the EU Council's…

Belal’s daughter Alina Mina found drowned in Ostend

Ostend (The Brussels Morning newspaper): Belal's daughter, Alina Mina, drowned while playing in her grandparents' yard in the…

Reckless driver’s high-speed chase ends with child in car Antwerp

Antwerp (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): A high-speed police chase that began in Breda Netherlands, ended in Antwerp. The…

Beeldverbinding: Hasselt’s new walking and photography initiative

Hasselt (The Brussels Morning newspaper): Herkenrode Abbey in Hasselt launched Beeldverbinding a project combining walking and photography to…

Kazerne Dossin upgrades in Mechelen: Eco-friendly renovations and memorial access

Mechelen (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): The Kazerne Dossin museum and research center will be closed until August 18…

Firefighters work to control blaze at transferium BV, Ghent

Ghent (The brussels morning Newspaper): Firefighters are working to control a fire at Transferium BV in Ghent. Smoke…

MEP Peter Agius criticizes labour companions’ abstention in Roberta Metsola’s vote

Valletta (The Brussels Morning Newspaper) - MEP Peter Agius claimed that the decision by his Labour companions Alex…

AfD MEP Maximilian Krah declares Donald Trump as his role model

Berlin (The Brussels Morning Newspaper) - AfD MEP Maximilian Krah praises Donald Trump as a role model, citing…

Knokke-Heist: A haven for Belgium’s stork population

Knokke-Heist (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Zwin Nature Park in Belgium hosts the country's oldest stork colony. Researchers track…

Genk shipping containers to Pukkelpop: A sustainable festival solution

Genk (The Brussels Morning Newspaper):A ship carrying 35 containers arrived at Genk port for Pukkelpop replacing 20 truck…

Brussels embraces underground trash bins for cleaner streets

Brussels (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Brussels is installing underground trash bins in 20 locations with plans for 30…

Drunk driver fleeing police causes wild city chase in Antwerp

Antwerp (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): A suspected drunk driver fled from police in Antwerp leading to a dangerous…

El Mavo’s arrest in Antwerp: A end for a notorious drug lord

Antwerp (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada co-founder of the Sinaloa Cartel was arrested in El…

Hasselt tragedy: Rising house fire deaths in Belgium

Hasselt (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): A tragic house fire in Kuringen on February 11 claimed the life of…

Fire safety in Anderlecht: Preventing battery-related incidents in the home

Anderlecht (The Brussels Morning newspaper): The fire started due to overheated batteries in power tools emphasizing proper storage,…

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