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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Stepfather jailed in Kortenberg malnutrition death case

Kortenberg (Brussel Morning Newspaper) - A Leuven court sentenced two men, including a stepfather, for neglecting a 48-year-old…

EU Council extends Russia sanctions until January 2026

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - On Monday, the European Council extended its sanctions against Russia for another six…

EU says tech rules not part of trade talks with US

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - European Union rules that limit the power of Big Tech and force them…

300 passengers stranded on Eurocity train near Loenhout

Loenhout (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Around 300 passengers were stranded near Loenhout for over 2.5 hours on a…

Flemish government plans Ghent port upgrade from August 19

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Flemish government approved a plan to improve transport and sustainability in Ghent,…

Iran says cooperation with the IAEA cannot go forward

Tehran (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Iran cannot be expected to cooperate with the International Atomic Energy Agency as…

Debondt warns of rising trash in Turnhout’s Parkwijk area

Turnhout (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - In Turnhout's Parkwijk, Councillor Luc Debondt warns about rising illegal dumping. He collects…

Swiss FM Cassis says Switzerland gives EU only what is needed

Bern (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Swiss Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis said that following tough negotiations on the package…

Ukraine loses F-16 and pilot in Russian air attack

Kyiv (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Ukraine lost an F-16 fighter jet and its pilot during a large-scale Russian…

Dendermonde approves midnight fishing at Brussels forts

Dendermonde (Brussel Morning Newspaper) - Dendermonde officially introduces midnight fishing at Brussels Forts following a successful pilot project,…

NMBS: Only half of Antwerp-Brussels trains running

Mechelen (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - NMBS confirms only half the usual trains will run between Antwerp and Brussels…

Orca skeleton revealed at Duinpanne centre in De Panne

De Panne (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Duinpanne visitor centre in De Panne unveils the skeleton of orca Reveil,…

Iran warns Trump against reckless rhetoric on strikes

Tehran (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Ali Mohamad Naeini, a spokesperson for Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, issued a…

Israel intercepts missile launched from Yemen’s Houthi

Tel Aviv (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Israel's military stated on Saturday that a missile fired from Yemen towards…

Fake crash in Rijkevorsel, call for volunteers by De Keyser

Rijkevorsel (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - At a Rijkevorsel running event, the fire brigade staged a fake crash to…

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