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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Antwerp plans £200m redevelopment of Stuivenberg site

Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Antwerp completed a 1.5-year study for the Stuivenberg site redevelopment. Alderman Patrick Janssens…

Antwerp Petroleum Pier being raised 11 m and extended 135 m

Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Antwerp’s Petroleum Pier will be raised 11 meters, extended 135 meters, and restored.…

Kringwinkel Ghent repairs & sells returned children’s toys from online store

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - In Ghent, repairers process 2 pallets of electronic toys returned to a large…

ECB vice chief signals satisfaction with current interest rate level

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The European Central Bank is satisfied with the current rate of interest and…

Hasselt Sinterklaas House reopens for 4th year, expecting 32k visitors 

Hasselt (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Hasselt’s Sinterklaas House returns for its 4th year at the former Standaard Boekhandel.…

Winterland Hasselt opens 17th Time with 35 activities and AI Santa

Hasselt (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Hasselt’s Dusartplein hosts a Christmas market from November 14, 2025, to January 4,…

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…

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