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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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Karim Van Overmeire climbs 80 meters to restore Aalst’s historic Saint Joseph Church

Aalst (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Karim Van Overmeire, Aalst's Alderman for Heritage, restored the 80-meter Saint Joseph Church by…

Dendermonde: Father kills disabled son in mercy killing incident

Dendermonde (Brussels Morning Newspaper): In Appels, a father killed his disabled son and then himself, termed a "mercy…

Bruges attack: 36-year-old man injured, two suspects arrested

Bruges (Brussels Morning Newspaper): A 36-year-old man was seriously injured in Bruges on October 23 after escaping an…

EU raises electricity export capacity to Ukraine

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - European Commission welcomes rising electricity export capacity to Ukraine and Moldova. The European…

EU and UK reached competition cooperation agreement

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - An agreement on competition cooperation between the EU and the UK has been…

Genk’s Stationsplein safety: Mayor Wim Dries targets urgent changes after 5-6 accidents

Genk (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Mayor Wim Dries is pushing for urgent safety improvements at Stationsplein in Genk after…

Aalst projections: “Maarten en de Mage” until November 10

Aalst (Brussels Morning Newspaper): From 29th October until November 10, Aalst will feature colorful projections inspired by "Maarten…

Genk’s intercultural mediator Gülsen Cigek supports cancer patient Seyhan Memishev

Genk (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Seyhan Memishev, a Bulgarian cancer patient, relies on intercultural mediator Gülsen Cigek for effective…

Chaos erupts as Haren leads 2-0; Vilvoorde City’s coach intimidates referee

Vilvoorde (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Haren led 2-0 against Vilvoorde City when their suspended coach intimidated the referee, leading…

Ostend’s Brigitte Becue pool reopens after 3.5 years; Farys, city collaborate

Ostend (Brussels Morning Newspaper): The Brigitte Becue swimming pool in Ostend reopened its outdoor area after a 3.5-year…

Belgium condemns Israeli laws banning UNRWA operations in Gaza

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Belgium condemned the anti-UNRWA laws adopted by the Israeli parliament. Israel's parliament Knesset…

EU calls for immediate ceasefire in escalating Lebanon conflict

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The EU foreign policy head revived calls for an "immediate ceasefire" in Lebanon…

Bulgaria’s GERB party wins election but needs coalition

Sofia (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Bulgaria's centre-right GERB party succeeded in a parliamentary election, However, it will have…

Bruges fire at Sleeplife bed shop: Total loss, no injuries confirmed by Mayor De Fauw

Bruges (Brussels Morning Newspaper): A fire at Sleeplife, a bed shop at 4:30 AM, causing total loss but…

Missal of Berchem: Antwerp’s oldest book from 1140 at Heritage Library

Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper): The Missal of Berchem, dating to 1140, is Antwerp's oldest book with 208 pages…

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