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 Commission grants €404 million to support Greece and Slovenia’s recovery

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - EU Commission grants €404 million to Greece and Slovenia for recovery from the…

Ghent’s population growth

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Ghent's population is rising fast, from 268,000 in 2023 to nearly 290,000 by 2033,…

Sint-Truiden installs 15 dormouse boxes to protect endangered species

Sint-Truiden  (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Sint-Truiden is helping the endangered garden dormouse by placing 15 dormouse boxes in Haspengouw.…

Train-truck collision in Antwerp: Truck driver dies, safety concerns rise

Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper): On 10 December at 4 a.m., a train collided with a truck at Noorderlaan…

Brussels Commuters Protest: Peter Meukens Criticizes Mortsel-Oude-God Train Cuts

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Train Tram Bus protested at Mortsel-Oude-God station because half of the weekday InterCity trains…

Missing Belgian man Gauthier Gobert was found after five days

Belgian (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Gauthier Gobert, 25, from Boussu, Belgium, went missing on November 31. His car was…

Flanders’ CO₂ emission reduction goals threatened by policy delays and changes

Flander (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Flanders, led by Jan Jambon, is struggling to meet its 40%  CO₂, reduction goal…

The European Union enforced stricter air quality rules to cut pollution

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The EU's revised Ambient Air Quality Directive enforces stricter pollutant limits, supporting 2030…

Mechelen strikes: Overcrowding and Poor Conditions Spark Nationwide Protests

Mechelen  (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Prison staff in Belgium went on strike starting December 6, 2024, because of overcrowding…

Fire at Hasselt building: 22 evacuated, two hospitalized

Hasselt (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Emergency services responded to a fire at a mixed-use building on Kempische Steenweg, Hasselt,…

Police investigate incidents on Kortrik’s Burgemeester Reynaertstraat

Kortrijk (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Police are investigating incidents on Burgemeester Reynaertstraat, Kortrijk, following reports of druggings since October.…

Hague apartment explosion death toll rises to six

Hague (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A sixth body has been found in the remains of the apartment building…

Ghent’s steel plant faces power failure: Operations disrupted

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper): A power failure at a steel plant from Saturday night to Sunday night was…

EU’s Kaja Kallas calls for inclusive, peaceful transition in Syria

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Kaja Kallas emphasized support for Syrians, urged dialogue, protection of minorities, and an…

EU Council backs farmer-focused post-2027 CAP reforms

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - EU Council has consented to a set of conclusions on a farmer-focused post-2027…

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