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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Man Attacks Car Inspectors, Faces Charges in Hesselt

Hesselt (Brussels Morning) - A man in his thirties attacked car inspection facility employees  after his vehicle failed…

Ghent University Seeks Mandatory Eviction of Activists

Ghent (Brussels Morning) - A bailiff found 50 students occupying the UFO building for a month. Ghent University…

Brussels Committees Demand Urgent Reforms to Combat Rising Insecurity and Poverty

Brussels (Brussels Morning) - In August 2023, over 50 Committees representing 30,000 Brussels residents highlighted rising insecurity and…

Belgium Implements Financial Incentives to Tackle GP Shortage

Brussels (Brussels Morning) - The Belgian government plans to offer financial incentives to trainee General Practitioners who choose…

New Guidelines: Festivals Mandated to Display Prices in Euros

Brussels (Brussels Morning) - Starting next summer, festival organizers must display prices in euros for drinks and food,…

Environmental Groups Challenge Belgium’s Pesticide Authorizations

Brussels (Brussels Morning) - Three environmental NGOs are suing Belgium for illegally authorizing the use of "highly toxic"…

Brussels Ring Road Tragedy: Truck Overturn Causes Traffic Chaos

Brussels (Brussels Morning) - The accident on the Brussels ring road involved a truck carrying grain that overturned, …

Mechelen’s Safety Measures: Cycling Bans, Fines and Support

Mechelen (Brussels Morning) - Mechelen bans cyclists and scooter users on Bruul for safety. 128 violators fined 58…

Aalst Care Center Faces Safety Suspension

Aalst (Brussels Morning) - The Malting House faces challenges with medication safety and staff-resident communication. Inspectors monitor progress…

Genk: Drone Innovations Enhancing Safety and Efficiency

Genk (Brussels Morning) - Police in Genk and Bree use drones for events and traffic monitoring. Fire brigade…

Antwerp School Implements Phone Lockers

Antwerp (Brussels Morning) - Phones stored in secure lockers with magnetic releases at school to prevent conflicts. Students…

Early Retirement Trends on the Rise in Belgium

Brussels (Brussels Morning) - Belgium's retirement age is 65, but many retire earlier, with 41.6% leaving before 65.…

Tom Waes Leads Environmental Cleanup Efforts in Antwerp

Antwer (Brussels Morning) - Thomas De Groote emphasizes that cleaning up waste is not a long-term solution and…

Khalid Benhaddou Resigns as Mediator in Ghent University Standoff

Brussels (Brussels Morning) - Khalid Benhaddou, mediator in Ghent University protests, steps down after students lose confidence. Initial…

Mechelen’s New Water Park: A Sustainable Project

Mechelen (Brussels Morning) - The Plopsaqua water park in Mechelen will be a 50 million euro project with…

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