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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Global Security of Submarine Cables Threatened by Geopolitical and Physical Risks

Submarine cables, which carry over 95% of international data, are facing heightened threats from accidental damage and deliberate…

Ghent council to discuss school farm cuts and free toilet action

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - In Ghent, citizen proposals from Schoolhoeve De Campagne, Plasactie, and Patrasche will be…

Antwerp conducts a fire drill for water transport on the Albert Canal

Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - 5 Antwerp fire zones conducted a major Albert Canal drill, pumping 4,000 litres…

Residents raise concerns over N8 traffic in the Ypres area

Ypres (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Residents of Brielen, Elverdinge, and Woesten near Ypres raise concerns over N8 traffic.…

Kremlin rejects Donald Trump’s ‘paper tiger’ remarks on Russia

Moscow (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - On Wednesday, the Kremlin dismissed US President Donald Trump's comment calling Russia a…

Atos wins major European Union cybersecurity services contract

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - On Wednesday, the Paris-listed European multinational information technology service and consulting company Atos…

Ghent mandates accessible restrooms at public events

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Ghent mandates accessible restrooms at large public events. Alderman Joris Vandenbroucke, with support…

Vlaams Belang protests traffic jams in Lier, Ellen Lissens cited congestion

Lier (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - In Lier, Vlaams Belang held a protest at Antwerpsestraat and Kartuizersvest over traffic…

Mortsel adds 436 bike spaces at Stadsplein ahead of City Hall

Mortsel (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Mortsel renovated Stadsplein underground garage to add 436 bicycle spaces (including 60 for…

Denmark warns of sabotage threat after drones shut airport

Copenhagen (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Danish intelligence reported on Tuesday that Denmark faces a "high threat of sabotage"…

Russian drones target systematic hits on Ukraine’s railway

Kyiv (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Since the summer, Russia has launched a large-scale wave of attacks on Ukraine's…

UCLL Leuven reports a 20% rise in nursing and dental students

Leuven (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Leuven’s UCLL University of Applied Sciences, led by Kristel Van Merlo, saw a…

Halle restaurant De Veroon reopens at Home in October after collapse

Halle (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Restaurant De Veroon in Lembeek (Halle), owned by Annemie Debast and Kevin Dragone,…

Belgium’s deficit hits €26.6B, Diependale & De Wever urged action

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Belgium’s federal budget deficit rises to 4.2% of GDP (€26.6B), says the Monitoring…

Sint-Trudo hospital opens outdoor rehab in Sint-Truiden

Sint-Truiden (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Sint-Trudo Hospital in Sint-Truiden opened a new outdoor rehab area with a sprint…

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