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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House fire in Hasselt results in one fatality

Hasselt (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): A house fire on Normandiestraat in Hasselt resulted in one fatality after firefighters…

Fight over parking spot in Knokke-Heist

Knokke-Heist (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): A fight involving 10 to 20 young men erupted in Knokke-Heist over a…

Brussels Police investigate car fire in Roger tunnel incident

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper): A car fire in the Roger tunnel confirmed by the Brussels Fire Brigade led…

How is Belgium’s record rainfall impacting farmers and agricultural economy?

Brussels (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Belgian farmers face a 30-40% drop in crop yields due to record rainfall…

Society’s response GATE’s impact on drug use in Brussels

Brussels (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): GATE Brussels first supervised drug consumption room opened in May 2022 to provide…

EU Council head and Iran president discussed nuclear deal revival and regional issues

Tehran (The Brussels Morning Newspaper) - In a telephone conversation, Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian and Charles Michel, the…

EU Commission approved Diederik Samsom’s gas unit role with restrictions

Brussels (The Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The European Commission approved Diederik Samsom’s job as a gas network operator,…

European authorities seized 900,000 counterfeit razor blades in major operation

Brussels (The Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Around 900.000 counterfeit razor blades were captured in a joint operation by…

Hasselt provides free shuttle and night buses for Pukkelpop 2024

Hasselt (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Pukkelpop 2024 provides free shuttle and night buses for attendees, ensuring safe, eco-friendly…

Polish seasonal worker drowns in farm water basin in Ypres

Ypres (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): A 54-year-old Polish seasonal worker drowned while swimming in a farm water basin…

Antwerp pride 2024: A historic celebration of love and unity

Antwerp (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): The Antwerp Pride Parade had a record turnout of 150,000 people celebrating LGBTQIA+…

Brussels Emergency Services Rescue Worker Stuck in Gondola

Brussels (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): A fairground worker was rescued after getting stuck in a gondola 20 meters…

Child injured in fall during boarding school activity in Ostend

Ostend (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): An accident occurred in Ostend involving a group of children from a boarding…

EU implements groundbreaking ecodesign regulation to boost product sustainability

Brussels (The Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The EU's Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) promotes sustainability by setting…

Belgium’s grain harvests threatened by wettest year in over a century

Brussels (The Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Farming associations in Wallonia and Flanders have cautioned that grain yields could…

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