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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EU Parliament and industry discuss transport sector challenges

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Members of the European Parliament and Industry leaders to meet to examine and…

Traffic chaos in Ghent: New E40 bridge too narrow for trucks

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper): A new bridge over the E40 in Drongen, costing €8 million, is too narrow…

Genk knife incident: Suspect escapes after attack on older man

Genk (Brussels Morning Newspaper): A man in Limburg demanded mobile phones from bystanders. After an older man refused,…

Brussels cleans up: 1,150 kg of waste removed, 40 fined in operation

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Last Saturday, police and local services removed 1,150 kg of waste in Brussels. They…

Brussels police bust cocaine delivery gang: €31K cash, 100g seized

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Brussels police arrested three suspects linked to a cocaine delivery gang, seizing €31,475 and…

Women  fined €1,600 in Sint-Niklaas for driving kids without license

Sint-Niklaas (Brussels Morning Newspaper): In Sint-Niklaas, police found five children in a car parked on a bike path.…

European Commission backs Lithuanian green transition efforts

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The EU Commission approved a €180 million Lithuanian State aid scheme to back…

EU Council adopts new rules for platform workers’ rights

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The EU Council adopts the latest rules to enhance Platform workers’ working conditions.…

Vandalism spree: 86 cars damaged in Antwerp, 25-year-old arrested

Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper): On October 9, at least 86 cars were damaged across six streets in Antwerp,…

Leuven cycling safety: Teen girl injured, 73-year-old hit by Pedelec

Leuven (Brussels Morning Newspaper): A 15-year-old girl on an electric bike crashed into a parked car on Korbeek-Losestraat…

Bruno Steegen’s team Burgemester wins 13 Seats in Bilzen elections

Bilzen (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Outgoing mayor Bruno Steegen's Team Burgemester won 13 of 35 seats in local elections,…

Guy D’Haeseleer’s Forza Ninove wins elections amid fraud investigation

Ninove (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Forza Ninove, led by Guy D'Haeseleer, won 18 of 35 seats in the Ninove…

Tis Houwen and Nico Serlez were honored with the Carnegie medal for fire rescue in Ostend 

Ostend (Brussels Morning Newspaper): In April 2023, Tijs Houwen, a firefighter, and Nico Serlez rescued an elderly couple…

MEP Sandro Gozi urges UK Labour to clarify EU relationship reset

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - MEP Sandro Gozi calls for details from the UK’s Labour management and expresses…

EU condemns Israeli attack on UNIFIL forces in Lebanon

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - European Commission criticises attack on UNIFIL forces in Lebanon. European Union’s Lead Spokesperson…

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