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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EU ministers agree on 2040 climate goal with weakened targets

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - European Union member nations' climate ministers approved on Wednesday a 2040 climate change…

FC Barcelona arrives in Ostend for CL match vs Club Brugge

Ostend (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - FC Barcelona arrives in Ostend today, Nov 4, 2025, for tomorrow’s, Nov 5,…

China mourns death of North Korea’s former ceremonial head Kim Yong Nam

Beijing (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - China expressed "deep condolences" on Tuesday following the death of North Korean veteran…

3 drones spotted over Peer air base, investigation ongoing

Peer (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Police chief Stefan Volckaerts confirmed the investigation into 3 consecutive drone sightings over…

Wouter Mouton refused €20k for Burg Square chalk cleaning in Bruges

Bruges (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Activist Wouter Mouton refused €20,000 payment for Burg Square chalk cleaning in Bruges.…

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth visits Korean DMZ

Seoul (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, along with South Korean Defence Minister Ahn Gyu-back,…

Turkey hosts Muslim allies to discuss Gaza’s future governance

Ankara (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan is set to meet with counterparts from Muslim…

Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia cut power in Ukraine

Kyiv (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - According to Ukrainian authorities on Sunday, nearly 60,000 people lost power following Russia's…

WNTR Brasschaat starts the winter season with village and bar

Brasschaat (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - WNTR Brasschaat opened its winter season at Bar Perron with music, food, and…

Lille cemetery plants replaced by Pebbles, Mayor Peters leads

Lille (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - In Lille, Mayor Marleen Peters (N-VA) announced that the children’s cemetery section will…

Canadian PM Mark Carney calls talks with Chinese leader XI Jinping a turning point in ties

Ottawa (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Saturday called discussions with Chinese President Xi…

Belgium records its 2nd darkest October with 45–46 sun hours

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Belgium saw one of its darkest Octobers since 1886, with only 45–46 sunshine…

Zoutleeuw installs speed checks on 2 streets from Nov 1 2025

Zoutleeuw (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Starting November 1, 2025, Zoutleeuw installs average speed checks on Neerlandensestraat and Sint-Truidensesteenweg–Drieslaan.…

No solution found as Leuven auxiliary prison faces overcrowding

Leuven (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - After 10 days of talks, Leuven’s auxiliary prison remains overcrowded with 218 inmates…

Vendors Danny & Micheline leave Merchtem market after 47 years

Merchtem (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - After 47 years, vendors Danny Van Vreckem and Micheline Kesteront say goodbye to…

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