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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Brussels Keeps Yellow Drought Alert as Dry Conditions Persist

Brussels, 24 September, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – The Brussels drought alert remains at yellow level after regional authorities reviewed…

Belgian Employers Face Mandatory Working-Time Records From 2027, Brussels

Brussels, 24 September, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Belgian employers could face a general requirement to record employees’ daily and…

Belgium and Rwanda Restore Diplomatic Ties After 18-Month Rift – New York

New York, 24 September, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Belgium and Rwanda have restored diplomatic relations after an 18-month rupture…

Iranian President Pezeshkian Vows Tehran Will Never Surrender at UN

New York (Brussels Morning Newspaper) September 23, 2026 – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian declared at the United Nations…

UN Marks 40 Years of Right to Development at Major Meeting in New York

New York, 23 September, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – The United Nations General Assembly is holding a major high-level meeting…

Gaza and Palestinian Statehood Take Centre Stage at UN

New York, 23 September, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Gaza and Palestinian statehood have returned to the centre of debate…

Trump’s Iran Warning Intensifies UNGA Debate in New York

New York, 23 September, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – US President Donald Trump's warning to Iran has emerged as a…

Iran President Takes UN Stage as U.S.-Iran War Tests Diplomacy, New York

New York, 23 September, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian is in New York to address the…

EU Soft Wheat Exports Rise to 6.30 Million Tons in 2026/27

Paris (Brussels Morning Newspaper) September 23, 2026 – European Union soft wheat exports for the 2026/27 marketing season…

Ukraine Warns EU Against Political Russia Sanctions Delistings, Brussels

Brussels, 22 September, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Ukraine has warned European Union governments against politically driven EU sanctions delistings…

EU Russia Sanctions Renewal Deadlocked Over Billionaire Delistings in Brussels

Brussels, 22 September, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – European Union governments remained deadlocked on Tuesday over a Russia sanctions renewal,…

EU Parliament Votes to Expand Carbon Border Tax to Downstream Products

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) September 22, 2026 – The European Parliament has adopted its negotiating position to extend…

EU Russia Sanctions Talks Intensify as Deadline Looms in Brussels

Brussels, Belgium, 22 September, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – European Union ambassadors are holding negotiations in Brussels on Tuesday over…

Europe Faces Intensifying Russian Hybrid Threats

Brussels, 22 September, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – European governments are strengthening defences against cyberattacks, sabotage, drone incidents and threats…

EU Cybersecurity Audit Exposes Major Gaps in Cyberattack Response and Information Sharing, Luxembourg

Luxembourg, 22 September, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – A new European Court of Auditors report has exposed EU cybersecurity weaknesses,…

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