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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Sint-Niklaas peace festival adds a day and 7 balloon flights

Sint-Niklaas (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Peace Festival in Sint-Niklaas, organised by Roy Sax, adds an extra day…

Campers leave scorching Graspop in Dessel with smiles

Dessel (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Graspop Metal Meeting in Dessel ended under intense heat as campers headed home…

Police pursue ghost driver on E40 near Oostduinkerke

Oostduinkerke (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Police pursued a French ghost driver on the E40 near Oostduinkerke after a…

Commissioner Sejourne urges rare earth reserves to counter China

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - European Union nations should pool their rare earth reserves to prevent supply chain…

Herentals fire station getting complete renovation by 2026

Herentals (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Herentals fire station, built in the 1980s, is being modernized for safety…

EU pauses talks on law tackling companies’ greenwashing

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - On Monday, the European Union put negotiations on hold for a proposed law…

11 bikes stolen from Gheysen in Zonnebeke, Bart reacts

Zonnebeke (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Thieves broke into Gheysen Fietstechniek in Zonnebeke at 4 a.m., stealing 11 racing…

Ninove mayor D’haeseleer re-admitted to the hospital

Ninove (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Mayor Guy D’haeseleer of Ninove is re-admitted to the hospital for surgery, 2…

Belgium: Activists protest at Syensqo and OIP over Gaza links

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Activists protested this morning, June 23, 2025, at Syensqo (Brussels) and OIP Sensor…

EU’s Kaja Kallas urges diplomatic solution in Iran crisis

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas stated before the EU's foreign ministers…

Royal Antwerp fans question the choice of new coach Stef Wils

Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Royal Antwerp FC appointed Stef Wils as head coach, upsetting fans who preferred…

Iranian FM Abbas Aragchi says US strikes “blow up” diplomacy efforts

Tehran (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - In response to US strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas…

EU foreign policy chief calls for return to nuclear talks after US strikes Iran

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas on Sunday urged de-escalation and a…

Tielt hedge burns after barbecue coal mishap

Tielt (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A hedge fire in Tielt caused major damage after residents placed barbecue coals…

Duinenpark Molenheide opens in Houthalen-Helchteren

Houthalen-Helchteren (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Duinenpark Molenheide officially opens in Houthalen-Helchteren, offering revitalized wildlife and walking trails in…

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