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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Weatherman Weytjens hopeful for warm August despite cool rainy summer so far in Hasselt

Hasselt: (Brussels Morning) - Weytjens a weatherman notes that the cool rainy weather this summer is unusual and…

Unlicensed, underage driver in rented German car arrested after dangerous driving reports in Mechelen

Mechelen: (Brussels Morning) - Police arrested an unlicensed, underage driver with a rented German car no ID or…

Ghent Doctor Forced to Close Cherished Clinic Due to Logistical hurdles

Ghent: (Brussels Morning) - Vera De Vleesschauwer a doctor had to close her clinic due to construction work…

Philips faces European lawsuit over faulty sleep apnea devices

Brussels (Brussels Morning) - Philips faces a massive class action over faulty sleep apnea devices, affecting 1.2 million…

Belgium set to recognize sex work professionally and legally

Brussels (Brussels Morning) - Approximately 30,000 sex workers operate in Belgium, nearly double the workforce in the Flemish…

Childcare facility trends in Brussels: capacity, closures, and challenges

Brussels (Brussels Morning) - Due to closures, Brussels saw a decrease in childcare facilities from 698 in 2018…

Mechelen’s Free Shuttle Boosts City Center Visits and Local Business

Mechelen: (Brussels Morning) - The free shopping shuttle in Mechelen has expanded its hours and routes to encourage…

Rubens House Reunites Painter’s Library After Four Centuries in Antwerp

Antwerp: (Brussels Morning) - The Rubens House in Antwerp is restoring Rubens' original library to its historic location…

Hasselt’s Urges Visitors to Protect Salamanders from Disturbance and Fungal Disease

Hasselt: (Brussels Morning) - The Nature and Forests Agency in Flanders urges visitors to stay on marked trails,…

Inefficient Garage Boxes in Ghent: Opportunities for Sustainable Urban Redevelopment

Ghent: (Brussels Morning) - Maarten Allegaert's master's thesis found 8,500 inefficient garage boxes in Ghent occupying 32 hectares.…

Leuven boosts garbage pickups to tackle restaurant pests and promote cleanline

Leuven: (Brussels Morning) - Leuven is increasing garbage pickups to help restaurants deal with pests by making it…

Hospitalization of healthy children highlights Belgium’s foster care challenges

Brussels (Brussels Morning) - Due to a lack of foster care options, an 11-year-old boy may be placed…

Credentials committee rejects recount in Brussels Parliament election

Open VLD's objection to recount Flemish Parliament votes in Brussels was rejected. The credentials committee cited insufficient evidence,…

The Ommegang: A Captivating Historical Procession in Brussels 

Brussels: (Brussels Morning) - The Ommegang procession in Brussels is a historic reenactment celebrating the city's rich heritage.…

Catching Skin Cancer Early: Jessa Hospital’s Innovative Approach in Hasselt

Hasselt: (Brussels Morning) - Skin cancer is common but treatable if caught early. Jessa Hospital's 'One-spot-check' program helps…

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