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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Ninove prunes 6 silver maples amid local debate

Ninove (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - In Ninove, 6 silver maples were heavily pruned after residents, including William De…

New Suske en Wiske (46p) by Morjaeu at Bornem Castle

Bornem (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The new Suske en Wiske comic “The Anonymous Alchemist” (46 pages) is set…

Seef Brewery in Antwerp cuts CO₂ by 98% with new system

Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Seef Brewery in Antwerp, led by Johan Van Dyck, cut CO₂ use by…

Merchtem installs 6 signs to highlight Flemish identity

Merchtem (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Merchtem placed 6 large welcome signs on its main roads. Alderman Reinhoud De…

Brussels: 33-year-old stabbed thrice near Tour & Taxis

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper)- On Aug 4, 2025, around 12:30 a.m. near Brussels’ Tour & Taxis, a 33-year-old…

EU plans to sanction China over covert military support to Russia against Ukraine

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - An EU diplomat told Politico that the European Union is planning to advocate…

Houthalen: Roos wins 2 medals at World Swimming Championship

Houthalen-Helchteren (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Roos Vanotterdijk won silver and bronze at the 2025 World Swimming Championships. She…

BDS stickers found at Colruyt Deurne, store responds

Deurne (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Someone placed BDS protest stickers saying “This item funds genocide” on products at…

Israel to allow controlled aid into Gaza via local merchants

Gaza (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Israel announced it will permit the gradual and controlled entry of goods into…

Turnhout drills in the shopping street to study infiltration

Turnhout (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - From Aug 5–7, Turnhout will test soil and groundwater in Gasthuisstraat before rebuilding…

Maasland needs gardeners in Kinrooi to aid job seekers

Kinrooi (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Maasland Community Services seeks part-time gardeners in Kinrooi, Maaseik, Dilsen-Stokkem, Maasmechelen, and Lanaken.…

Leuven Hapje Tapje festival draws 60000 visitors in 35th edition

Leuven (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The 35th Hapje-Tapje festival in Leuven drew 60,000 visitors. Slo & Brutal won…

Genk plans demolition of Limburghal 2.0 after 50 Years 

Genk (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Limburghal in Genk, opened in 1979, hosted stars like U2 and Ray…

Russia urges caution after Trump’s nuclear submarine remarks

Moscow (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Russia stated on Monday that caution is necessary regarding nuclear rhetoric, marking its…

Italian competition authority fines China’s Shein €1 million for misleading environment claims

Rome (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Italy's competition authority (AGCM) announced on Monday that it imposed a 1 million…

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