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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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Bilzen police use drone to enforce bike zone rules, issued 7 fines

Bilzen (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): On 18th September, the police in Bilzen, under Chief Dirk Claes, used a…

Belgium’s Coalition Talks Slow Ahead of Elections

Belgium (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Negotiations for Belgium's new federal government are slow, with De Wever seeking a…

Mayor’s action: Tienen train station to be repaired in 2025, 18 rooms planned

Tienen (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Tienen's old train station will start repairs in early 2025 after the mayor…

Mechelen’s €1.6M Cathedral roof restoration led by architect Wim Jacobs

Mechelen (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Mechelen is restoring St. Rumbold's Cathedral roof for €1.6 million, led by architect…

Tienen and Leuven’s Cycle Highway F24: Deputy Tom Dehaene promoting safety

Tienen (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Cycle highway F24, connecting Leuven and Tienen, has increased usage. Deputy Tom Dehaene…

Brussels LEZ Expansion Sparks Political Debate and Delays

Brussels (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Brussels plans to ban over 600,000 old cars by 2025 to reduce pollution,…

Belgium’s Prison Overcrowding Crisis: Extended Leave Measures 

Belgium (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Belgium is letting more prisoners near release get extended leave to handle overcrowding.…

Belgium’s Troubling Care Crisis for French Disabled

Belgium (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Since 2015, a French Court report highlights severe mistreatment in over 60 Belgian…

Belgium’s Rising Drug Driving Offenses and New Detection Methods

Belgium (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Belgium's drug-related driving offenses surged from 2,300 in 2014 to 12,600 last year.…

Lommel’s Parelstrand Park: Groep Oostappen Faces Permit Crisis

Lommel (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Groep Oostappen runs Parelstrand holiday park in Lommel, Belgium. They were declared in…

Halle’s Clay championships: Mattias Brants’ accessibility initiative

Halle (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Halle is celebrating the World Championships on Clay, promoting accessibility for individuals with…

Rising Use of Sleep Aids Among Young People

Belgium (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Over 16% of young people in Belgium use sleep aids, with stress as…

Julie Taton’s Candidacy Rejected Amid Residency Controversy

Belgium (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Julie Taton, a Federal MP, wanted to run in local elections in Mons…

Police Investigate Gunshots at Café on Brogniez

Brussels (The Brussels Morning Newspaper):  Police responded to gunshots at a café on Rue Brogniez, finding a man…

EU Parliament reveals new interparliamentary delegation

Brussels (The Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The political groups and non-attached Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) in…

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