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 Retirement Age to Rise to 66, Majority of Workers Fear They Can’t Keep Up

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The retirement age in Belgium is to be increased to 66 in 2025.…

European Parliament condemned rights abuses in Crimea, Kyrgyzstan, Azerbaijan

Strasbourg (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The European Parliament approved three resolutions linked to the respect for human rights…

Lennaert Maes & De Bonski’s Dutch learning concerts in Genk 

Genk (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Lennaert Maes and De Bonski's have performed for 14 years, engaging non-Dutch speakers with…

EU Commission accelerates emissions reduction with €2.7 billion

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The EU Commission allocated €2.7 billion on 19 Dec 2024 for 39 clean…

Volodymyr Zelenskiy urges EU-US unity for peace in Ukraine

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Zelenskiy calls for U.S.-EU unity to stop Putin, urging joint efforts for Ukraine's…

Ninove’s Babbelonie project needs support: Over 40 donations received

Ninove (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Babbelonie, a project by Avansa, helps people learn Dutch and make friends. After Forza…

Mayor Bart De Wever targets 47 young offenders for safe New Year’s Eve

Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper):  Antwerp Mayor Bart De Wever will monitor 47 young offenders under house arrest on…

Anderlecht implements New Year’s Eve curfew amid fireworks safety concerns

Anderlecht (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Brussels mayors, including Fabrice Cumps of Anderlecht, have imposed a 7 p.m. curfew for…

Stabbing incident near Kursaal Hotel: 25-year-old man dies in Ostend

Ostend (Brussels Morning Newspaper): A 25-year-old man was fatally stabbed near the Kursaal Hotel in Ostend around 9…

Moerbeke Council Meeting: Robby De Caluwé Announces Six Councillors Joining Lokeren

Lokeren (Brussels Morning Newspaper): The Moerbeke council meeting was under 10 minutes, led by Robby De Caluwe, who…

Vilvoorde conductor’s bilingual greeting leads to complaint; NMBS discusses language rules

Vilvoorde (Brussels Morning Newspaper): A train conductor in Vilvoorde greeted passengers in Dutch and French, upsetting one passenger…

Ford Genk closure: 6,000 jobs lost, Limburg’s economic recovery plan initiated

Genk (Brussels Morning Newspaper): On December 18, 2014, Ford Genk closed, leading to 6,000 job losses and another…

Antwerp’s €75m tram upgrade: 30 new trams by Minister Annick De Ridder

Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Antwerp is reinventing its public transport system, with buses out of the city center…

Zita Wauters Convicted for Driving Under the Alcohol Influence and Uninspected Vehicle

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Wauters was given a sentence that comprised a 10-day driving ban, a fine…

EU Parliament forms four new committees to address key challenges

Strasbourg (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The European Parliament approved new committees on security, health, democracy, and housing to…

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