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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Ghent University Hospital Deploys UV-C Robot ‘Sam’ for Rapid, Chemical-Free Disinfection

Ghent: (Brussels Morning) Ghent University Hospital uses a UV-C light robot named "Robot Sam" to quickly and chemically-free…

Brussels air quality improves: decade of progress in pollution reduction

Brussels (Brussels Morning) - Air pollution in Brussels has dropped significantly in the past decade, caused by a…

Doctor Appeals Conviction for Attempted Murder of Music Teacher’s Wife in Antwerp

Antwerp: (Brussels Morning) Doctor obsessed with music teacher attempts to murder his wife receives 10-year sentence appeals unsuccessful…

Audi considers ending Brussels production, threatening 3,000 jobs

Brussels (Brussels Morning) - Audi has revealed that it is restructuring its Brussels production unit, which could result…

Brussels Scooter Operators Implement Age and Identity Verification to Ensure Safe and Legal Riding

Brussels: (Brussels Morning) Scooter-sharing companies in Brussels now require users to verify their age and identity through ID…

Hasselt PXL University Lowers Meal Prices to Promote Healthier Student Eating Habits

Hasselt: (Brussels Morning) To promote healthy eating PXL University lowered the price of its daily nutritious meal to…

Ghent Jeweler Cleared of Killing Robber Faces Appeal to High Court

Ghent: (Brussels Morning) A jeweler near Ghent was acquitted of killing a robber but the robber's family appealed…

Belgian authorities ramp up use of bank data to combat crime

Brussels (Brussels Morning) - Belgian authorities increasingly use the central bank's register to track tax fraud, money laundering,…

Belgium records the wettest nine months since 1905

Brussels (Brussels Morning) - Belgium has set a 119-year record with nine consecutive months of above-average rainfall, confirmed…

Brussels introduces uniform tax for public EV charging stations

Brussels (Brussels Morning) - Brussels introduces a uniform tax of €125 per port for public EV charging stations…

Belgian competition watchdog exposes bid rigging in Fire Protection sector

Brussels (Brussels Morning) - Belgium's competition watchdog finds Ansul, Somati Fie, and Sicli guilty of bid rigging in…

Police catch over 3,700 drivers speeding dangerously in construction zone up to 154 km/h in Hasselt

Hasselt: (Brussels Morning) Police have been using radar to monitor speeds in a construction zone catching 3,735 drivers…

Antwerp Zoo to move giant elephant Assam to larger habitat in Augsburg to meet his growing needs

Antwerp: (Brussels Morning) Assam a 4,126 kg elephant at Antwerp Zoo needs a new larger home due to…

Transforming Ghent’s Landscape: Eco-Friendly Dealership and Affordable Student Housing

Ghent: (Brussels Morning) The car dealership in Ghent is redesigning its layout to accommodate multiple uses and promote…

Leuven Police Crack Down on Taxi Violations at Rock Werchter Festival

Leuven: (Brussels Morning) At the Rock Werchter festival the Leuven Police conducted inspections to ensure taxi services followed…

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