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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Mechelen heist: Three women steal €300 in supermarket theft attempt

Mechelen (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Three women attempted to steal €300 worth of food and toiletries from a supermarket…

Truck crash in Ypres: 60-year-old driver tests positive for alcohol

Ypres (Brussels Morning Newspaper): On 31st October, a truck accident on Noorderring road, Ypres near Poperinge involved a…

EU Commission probes Temu’s sale of illegal products

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - EU launches formal investigation amid concerns Chinese shopping website Temu is breaching Digital…

MA arrested for multiple bicycle thefts in Mechelen, facing prison sentence

Mechelen (Brussels Morning Newspaper): MA was arrested on August 22 for stealing bicycles in Mechelen, linked to five…

Shooting in Anderlecht: Man injured on Paul Jansonlaan, investigation ongoing

Anderlecht (Brussels Morning Newspaper): A shooting occurred on Paul Jansonlaan in Anderlecht, injuring a man with a gunshot…

Hoppy’s Hasselt exit: 200 bikes, 300 rides, No city support for Hélène De Meester

Hasselt (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Hoppy launched 200 electric bikes in Hasselt in April 2023, charging 1 euro plus…

Genk’s fight against invasive marbled crayfish: INBO’s volunteer initiative

Genk (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Last summer, INBO organized a project in Flanders where 25 volunteers studied invasive marbled…

Sint-Niklaas offers a free shuttle bus to Heimolen cemetery for All Saints’ weekend

Sint-Niklaas (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Sint-Niklaas offers a free shuttle bus service to Heimolen cemetery during the All Saints'…

Hagelandse 101: Celebrate 5 years in Leuven with Jo Langela and Tony

Leuven (Brussels Morning Newspaper): The Hagelandse 101 will celebrate its 5th edition on September 5-6, 2025. It will…

Genk’s Bokrik uncovers hidden slide collection: Curator Hilde Schoefs seeks acid-free frames

Genk (Brussels Morning Newspaper): A slide collection was discovered at Bokrik, Belgium's open-air museum, revealing valuable historical insights.…

Wit-Gele Kruis Limburg’s €17.5M move to Hasselt: A new healthcare hub

Hasselt (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Next summer, renovations will begin at the former Christian Mutuality building in Hasselt for…

Roberta Metsola urges EU to act independently from US policy

Valletta (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - In a statement, EU Parliament president Roberta Mestsola said that the EU needs…

Georgian prosecutors launch probe into election falsification

Tbilisi (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Georgia has investigated the alleged "falsification" of its parliamentary elections after the opposition…

Leuven’s 30CC festival draws 16,000 attendees; Robrecht Penders celebrates arts success

Leuven (Brussels Morning Newspaper): The 30CC festival attracted 16,000 attendees, showcasing diverse events like theatre, dance, and live…

Net Brussel’s autumn leaf management: 7 workers, 150 km tram network safety

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Net Brussel manages fallen leaves in Brussels from mid-October to mid-December, employing seven workers.…

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