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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Stork Conservation in Action: Geel’s Nesting Project

Geel (Brussels Morning) - Storks returned to Geel, Belgium nesting successfully with five chicks. Conservation efforts include ringing…

Farmers Protest in Brussels: Plastic Cows for Fair Prices

Brussel (Brussels Morning) - Farmers peacefully protested in Brussels with plastic cows demanding fair prices due to declining…

Greenery Disappears: Anderlecht’s Development Dilemma

Anderlecht (Brussels Morning) - Residents in Erasmus-Ketel, Anderlecht are dissatisfied with the lack of green spaces and artificial…

Pedaling Protest: Antwerp Student Designs Bike to Critique City Infrastructure

Antwerp (Brussels Morning) - Alec Geluykens designed a creative bike for his master's project highlighting Antwerp's cycling issues…

Rudi Neusbloem Spearheads Activist Movement at Ghent University

Ghent (Brussels Morning) - Activists at Ghent University’s UFO building, led by spokesperson Rudi Neusbloem, protest university ties…

Systemic Issues in Belgium’s Detention Centers

Brussels (Brussels Morning) - A partnership of four non-profits with 19 visitors engages with detainees in Belgium's six…

Flemish University Supervisors Protest Gaza Violence with Exam Strike

Brussels (Brussels Morning) - In protest against Gaza violence, Flemish university supervisors refuse to monitor exam cheating, urging…

PM Alexander De Croo, Palestinian PM Mustafa Seek End to Gaza Violence

Brussels (Brussels Morning) - Belgium aims to end Israel-Palestine violence, seeking European support to recognize Palestine as independent.…

In Recent Years, Mobile Telecom Market Prices Generally Decline in Belgium

Brussels (Brussels Morning) - Over five years, Belgian mobile subscription prices dropped, especially for high-data users, due to…

Revolutionizing Emergency Care in Belgium: AI Fracture Detection at Sint-Franciscus Hospital

Brussels (Brussels Morning) - Sint-Franciscus Hospital in Heusden-Zolder adopts AI to swiftly detect bone fractures in emergency patients,…

Audi Brussels Launches Q8 e-tron Dakar1 Production

Brussels (Brussels Morning) - Audi Brussels begins production of the Q8 e-tron edition Dakar1, inspired by the Dakar…

Stable Sales in Flemish Bookshops Amid Wallonia’s Drop

Brussels (Brussels Morning) - Book sales in French-speaking Belgium fell by 6% in 2023, while Flemish sales remained…

Suspects Arrested in Brussels for Alleged Cafe Quarrel Turned Deadly

Brussels (Brussels Morning) - Hassan and his son were innocently caught in a cafe quarrel. Three suspects arrested…

Belgium VAT Fraud: EPPO Cracks Down on €13 Million Scheme

Brussels (Brussels Morning) - The European Public Prosecutor's Office's 'Kingdom' investigation leads to the arrest of seven in…

Primary School Vaping: A Disturbing Trend on the Rise in Belgian Youth

Brussels (Brussels Morning) - Young people increasingly vape in secondary schools, worrying experts. Surveys reveal doubling rates, with…

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