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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Sint-Truiden’s Melsterbeek raises environmental concerns for Tenneco

Sint-Truiden (Brussels Morning Newspaper)- Environmental groups led by Ronald Jacobs are challenging Tenneco's PFOS claims in Melsterbeek. They…

Brussels police crackdown on drug and weapon trafficking in Ixelles

Ixelles (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - On January 8th, 2025, extensive police action was conducted in the Matonge area…

French, German and Polish foreign ministers plan U.S. visit after Trump’s inauguration

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Foreign ministers of French, Germany and Polish have planned a visit to the…

EU Commission awards 35,762 travel tickets to young travellers to explore Europe

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The EU Commission announced that 35,762 18-year-olds will receive a travel ticket to…

Replacement of century-old water pipes in Asse

Asse (Brussels Morning Newspaper) -The municipality of Asse has declared plans to undertake a huge infrastructural development plan…

Ninove: Police Capture Shooting Suspect in Chase

Ninove (Brussels Morning newspaper)- Police chased a shooting suspect in Ninove on Jan 8, 2025. The arrest was…

Min Mobiel’s private ATMs aim to improve cash access in Hasselt

Hasselt (Brussels Morning Newspaper)- Jawad Jabarkhel's 'Min Mobiel' in Hasselt has an ATM to help locals access cash.…

Tupperware’s Belgium licence expires, sellers are worried

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper)- Tupperware's Belgium licence expires on 8 January, causing uncertainty for distributors like Lorenzo De…

Snow forecast for Belgium with yellow warning in effect

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper)- Light snow will fall in northern Belgium on 8 January, and Limburg may receive…

Help Animals shelter rescues kittens from garbage in Anderlecht

Anderlecht ( Brussels Morning Newspaper): Help Animals in Anderlecht caretakers were horrified during their morning tour around the…

Brussels New Year’s Eve sees 600 emergency calls and arrests

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper): On New Year's Eve, 600 emergency calls were made in Brussels, including 158 fires…

Increase in Burglaries in Bilzen-Hoeselt-Riemst Police Urge 101

Bilzen (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Burglaries are rising in Bilzen-Hoeselt-Riemst. Police Chief Dirk Claes urges residents to stay alert…

Mechelen mother and son convicted for abuse with two-year sentence

Mechelen (Brussels Morning Newspaper): A mother and son were convicted for mistreating her daughter by tying her up.…

Beach Castle by Fourtou to be removed in Knokke-Heist

Knokke-Heist (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Jean-François Fourtou's artwork in Knokke-Heist, from the 2018 Beaufort triennial, will be removed by…

Ghent: Artevelde University plans 60% plant-based food by 2027

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Elena Lievens at Artevelde University aims for 60% plant-based food by 2027 to cut…

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