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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Aalter approves 110-space Pilkem parking in Drongengoedbos

Aalter (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Aalter, Maldegem, and ANB approved a 110-space Pilkem parking lot in Drongengoedbos. Meulebrouck…

Machelen playgrounds face criticism from Imbrechts and El Majnaoui

Mechelen (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Machelen playgrounds faced criticism as leaders spoke mostly French and were distracted. Opposition…

Brussels shows Jeanneke Pis as a sweeper to attract more women

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Jeanneke Pis was dressed as a street sweeper in Brussels to stress gender…

Leuven installs 1st large trash bin at Vaartkom with Van Oppens

Leuven (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Leuven placed its 1st new large trash bin at Vaartkom in September 2025.…

Leuven faces bike parking shortage with 3,476 bikes over capacity

Leuven (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - In Leuven, street-side bicycle parking is overcrowded, with 3,476 bikes in 2,760 spots.…

Chinese defence minister Dong Jun urges greater unity to avoid ‘law of the jungle’

Beijing (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Chinese defence minister boasted about Beijing's push to reshape global governance, cautioning…

US President Donald Trump to meet UK PM Keir Starmer on second day of visit

London (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - US President Donald Trump is set to meet UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer…

China’s Huawei unveils bold chip plans to rival Nvidia

Shanghai (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - On Thursday, Huawei laid out its long-term chip plans for the first time,…

Fastned opens 1,000 vehicle charging hub on E17 Gentbrugge

Gentbrugge (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A large fast-charging hub has opened in Gentbrugge on the E17, with 16…

Hasselt offers refunds for new Cambio and Cozywheels users

Hasselt (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Hasselt offers new residents a refund for car-sharing start-up costs with Cambio and…

EU Parliament head Roberta Metsola visits Kyiv to hold talks with officials

Kyiv (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - European Parliament President Roberta Metsola visited Kyiv on September 17, 2025,  to hold…

Israel to open temporary route for Gazans fleeing city

Gaza (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Israel's military announced on Wednesday that it had established a temporary new route…

Oud-Turnhout holds peace ceremony with Dierckx Flameng

Oud-Turnhout (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Oud-Turnhout will hold a peace ceremony on Saturday, September 20, at 6:45 PM…

Bruges will open the Langerei Swimming site next summer

Bruges (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Starting next summer, Bruges will open a swimming site at Langerei near Sasplein.…

Ronse appeals language ruling as Michaux notes €200K costs

Ronse (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Ronse is appealing a conviction over language rule violations but will still implement…

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