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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Belgium’s Aldi offers 10,000 copies of Koen Vanmechelen’s ‘Cosmogolem’ artwork for €25 

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Art fans rushed to Aldi to buy Koen Vanmechelen's 'Cosmogolem, Giant of Hope,' with…

Barry Callebaut cuts 500 jobs in Belgium, including 18 in Halle

Halle (Brussels Morning newspaper): Barry Callebaut is cutting over 500 jobs in Belgium, mainly in Lokeren, Wieze, and…

Ghent’s youth capital 2024: €2 million for 300 activities and mental health initiatives

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Ghent, the European Youth Capital 2024, invested nearly €2 million in youth programs and…

A 14-year-old girl dies after being struck by bus on N111 road

Kapellen ( Brussels Morning Newspaper): A 14-year-old girl was hit by a bus while crossing the N111 road…

New Boutique Hotel Le Foulage opens in Bruges with hidden speakeasy bar

Bruges (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Boutique Hotel Le Foulage opened in Bruges, owned by Dimitri and Stefanie Van Maele-Reso.…

Mechelen Woonstroom’s boiler crisis: Kristina Verhoye reports ongoing issues affecting residents

Mechelen (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Woonstroom's Kristina Verhoye reported a broken boiler unresolved issue for three weeks, linked to…

Car-train collision in Kortrijk: No injuries, major disruptions for passengers

Kortrijk (Brussels Morning Newspaper): A car hit a train at a level crossing on Izegemsestraat in Heule around…

Driver receives a suspended sentence in Aalst

Aalst (Brussels Morning Newspaper): In May 2022, a PostL delivery van accident in Aalst killed a roofer and…

Ursula Von Leyen arrived in Latin America to seal EU-Mercosur

Montevideo (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Commission President Ursula von der Leyen arrived in Latin America to finalize the…

OCMW Anderlecht faces criticism for improper financial aid distribution to 5,000

Anderlecht (Brussels Morning Newspaper): The OCMW of Anderlecht is criticized for giving financial help to people who don't…

Daphne Agten reaches 19 Episodes on De slimste mens ter wereld and wins award for Holy Rosita

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Daphne Agten has been on De slimste mens ter wereld for 19 episodes and…

Bitcoin changes to $100,000 amid growing adoption by companies and countries

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Bitcoin, made by Satoshi Nakamoto in 2008, allows people to send money online without…

Cheating scandal in Ghent: Attorney General accused of leaking judge exam questions

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper): In January, the High Council of Justice started investigating cheating in a judge exam.…

EU Parliament halts anti-corruption talks under Hungary’s Council Presidency

Strasbourg (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The European Parliament postponed Anti-Corruption Directive trilogues, citing concerns over Hungary's corruption and…

Belgium raises €52.8 million through new government bonds

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Belgium’s Federal Debt Agency has announced that it collected €52.8 million through the…

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