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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Region postpones removals from waiting list for social housing

Brussels, (Brussels Morning)-  1,600 of the 51,000 families on the waiting list for social housing were recently removed…

Hitmen confess to killing Maltese Journalist Caruana Galizia

Caruana Galizia was assassinated by a car bomb near her residence in October 2017, after publishing allegations linking…

Eradicating women’s poverty in Europe

Belgium, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) MEPs call on the Commission and EU countries to address the inequalities women face,…

De Brouckèreplein: successor Brouck’R has to do without a roof hotel

Brussels, (Brussels Morning)-  The Brussels Region is introducing new conditions for the building plans on Place De Brouckère.…

Ixelles in violation by removing Emile Storms statue

Brussels, (Brussels Morning)- The day before yesterday, on 30 June, Congo's Independence Day, the municipal council of Ixelles…

Belgian Beer World licence threatens to be revoked

Brussels, (Brussels Morning)- An adviser to the Council of State proposes in a report to withdraw the permit…

Report reveals deep links between Airbus and Chinese military industry

A Horizon Advisory analysis, titled “Flying with the enemy”, warns that Airbus’ current engagement in China entails significant…

Brussels digital startups raise record amount

Brussels, (Brussels Morning)- During the first half of this year, investors invested €330 million in Brussels digital startups,…

Lasers in battle against ‘oversized vehicles’ in Brussels tunnel

Brussels, (Brussels Morning)-  Brussels is stepping up the fight against trucks and buses that ignore the maximum height…

Number of people who always work despite illness has risen since corona

Brussels, (Brussels Morning)-  The number of people who always work despite illness rose by 41 percent last year,…

German MTU hopes for new contracts in Luftwaffe overhaul

Lockheed Martin representatives announced during the trade fair that first F-35 units could be delivered to Germany as…

Brussels is studying hydrogen to heat old houses

Brussels, (Brussels Morning)-  By 2050, Brussels must be carbon neutral and natural gas is therefore no longer an…

Iconic Café Métropole reopens: ‘Not everything is ready yet’

Brussels, (Brussels Morning)- The luxurious Café Métropole on De Brouckèreplein is open again. One of the most famous…

Region grants building permit for redevelopment of Adolphe Maxlaan

Brussels, (Brussels Morning)- The Brussels Region grants a building permit to the City of Brussels for the complete…

Google promises to reimburse French publishers in landmark case

The Authority reported on Tuesday that Google’s response ended its investigation into the matter, with the US company…

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