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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Germany’s ‘traffic light’ coalition one step closer to reality

Brussels (Brussels Morning) The three German parties that have been engaged in exploratory talks throughout the week have…

Austrian Chancellor tweet adds to scepticism about who’s in charge in Vienna

Brussels (Brussels Morning) Austria’s new Chancellor, Alexander Schallenberg, insisted he is not a puppet of his predecessor Sebastian…

Germany’s wealthy move assets to Switzerland ahead of elections

Brussels (Brussels Morning) Germany’s millionaires are moving their assets as fast as they can across the border to…

Macron to return ambassador to Washington after talk with Biden

Brussels (Brussels Morning) France’s  President Emmanuel Macron announced he would return the country’s ambassador to the US next…

ECJ slaps €500,000 a-day fine on Poland for operating Turów coal mine

Brussels (Brussels Morning) The European Court of Justice (ECJ) ruled on Monday that Poland will have to pay…

MEPs condemn detention of UAE rights activist Mansoor

Brussels (Brussels Morning) The European Parliament adopted on Thursday a resolution calling for the immediate release of rights…

Norway’s Telenor selling off Myanmar subsidiary

Brussels (Brussels Morning) The Norwegian Telenor telecommunications company is to sell off its Myanmar unit after reportedly facing…

ECB takes first step towards winding down pandemic aid

Brussels (Brussels Morning) The European Central Bank (ECB) prepared to take the first step towards slowly winding down…

Allianz facing investigation over collapse of its US investment funds

Brussels (Brussels Morning) Germany’s largest financial company Allianz is reportedly facing an official probe into the demise of…

Rights watchdog claims repatriated Syrians subjected to rape and torture

Brussels (Brussels Morning) A worrying report released by global rights watchdog Amnesty International on Tuesday claims repatriated Syrian…

The Iranian view of the Afghanistan developments – an interview with Ambassador Seyed Mohammad Javad Rasouli

Skopje (Brussels Morning) How does the Islamic Republic of Iran view the developments in Afghanistan? How are the…

Macron says dialogue with Taliban not a sign of recognition

Brussels (Brussels Morning) French President Emmanuel Macron acknowledged that Paris is in contact with the Taliban insurgents in…

HRW report lists Hamas’ war crimes in Israel

Brussels (Brussels Morning) Global rights organisation Human Rights Watch (HRW) published its second report in two weeks on…

Polish parliament passes disputed media, Holocaust restitution bills

Brussels (Brussels Morning) The lower house of the Polish parliament passed a controversial bill on Wednesday, strengthening a…

HRW report blames Lebanese officials for deadly Beirut blast

Brussels (Brussels Morning) A damning report by Human Rights Watch (HRW), published on Tuesday, claims that top Lebanese…

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