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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Roeselare swears in 39 councillors: Mavor Kris Declercq and Rania Fahi take oath

Roeselare (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Last night on 3rd December, Roeselare's 39 municipal councillors were sworn in, with Mayor…

Didier Reynders, ex-EU justice chief, investigated for money laundering via lottery

Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Belgian police have raided properties linked to former EU Commissioner Didier Renders over allegations…

Bruges’ De Lijn wins pluim award for disability support amid 25% bus stop Cuts

Bruges (Brussels Morning Newspaper): De Lijn, awarded the Pluim for accessibility efforts, faced criticism for cutting 25% of…

Warehouse fire in Sint-Michiels, Bruges: No injuries reported, cause under investigation

Bruges (Brussels Morning Newspaper): A large fire broke out in a warehouse on Baron De Serretstraat, Sint-Michiels, near…

Flanders addresses 264 unsafe road spots: Minister De Ridder focuses on safety

Flanders (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Flanders has 264 unsafe road spots, with Antwerp having the most at 127. Flemish…

EU Commission backs tougher smoke-free environment measures

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The European Commission has expressed support for the EU Council's Recommendation on stronger…

Telenet network issues: Thousands affected in Belgium, spokesperson Bart Boone responds

Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Since 3rd December Tuesday morning, Telenet customers in Belgium have had major network problems,…

Brussels’ food waste sorting increases collection to 21,593 tonnes, aims for 25,000

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Since May 2023, Brussels has required food waste sorting, leading to a 30% increase…

Leuven’s Mural honors local musicians Selah Sue, Milow, Corin, and Dewit

Leuven (Brussels Morning Newspaper): A new mural in Leuven's train station parking garage honors local musicians Selah Sue,…

Dutch men Sentenced for Drowning Hakim Mutyaba in Ghent: 4 and 2 Years in Prison

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Two Dutch men, aged 25 and 27, were sentenced to 4 and 2 years…

Bruges ends evening waste collection: Alderman Esquenet’s plan for cleaner streets

Bruges (Brussels Morning Newspaper): After twenty years, Bruges is stopping evening waste collection to improve cleanliness and reduce…

Haasdonk adds new balloon launch site in Sint-Niklaas

Sint-Niklaas (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Haasdonk is set to gain a new balloon launch site on the old FC…

EU Commission protects traditional Greek and Turkish products

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The EU Commission added "Tsalafouti" cheese and "Gaziantep Melengiç Kahvesi" coffee substitute to…

Social Democratic Party leads in Romania’s pivotal vote

Bucharest (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The pro-Western alliance led by the Social Democratic Party would likely have sufficient…

Antonio Costa meets Zelenskyy on first day as EU Council Chief

Kyiv (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - European Council President Antonio Costa met with Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy to discuss Europe’s…

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