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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Herenthout athletic track reopens with gate after vandalism

Herenthout (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Herenthout’s athletics track is open again from morning to evening, with an amusement‑park‑style…

French driver flees after E40 car fire near Veurne

Veurne (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A French driver’s car burned on the E40 near Veurne; he removed its…

Horse injured in Lubbeek after fireworks incident

Lubbeek (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A horse was injured in central Lubbeek after being startled by unexpected fireworks,…

US president says tariffs are making US great & rich again

Washington (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - United States President Donald Trump said Thursday that comprehensive tariffs he has imposed…

Herentals Fietst draws 30,000 for criterium event

Herentals (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Organizers of Herentals Fietst anticipate 25,000 to 30,000 spectators at today’s post-Tour criterium,…

Sint-Truiden recycling worker attacked with pitchfork

Sint-Truiden (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A recycling center worker in Sint-Truiden was threatened and injured with a pitchfork,…

Lebanon’s Aoun calls for Hezbollah disarmament

Beirut (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Lebanon's President Joseph Aoun once again called on Hezbollah and other political factions…

UK regulator says Amazon, Microsoft’s dominance harming cloud competition

London (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The UK's antitrust regulator, known as the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), said…

Israel kills children, graffiti above Antwerp Kennedy Tunnel 

Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper) -A protest graffiti reading “Israel kills children” appeared above Antwerp’s Kennedy Tunnel toward Ghent.…

Lithuanian PM Paluckas resigns over growing financial misconduct probe

Vilnius (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Lithuania’s Prime Minister Gintautas Paluckas announced his resignation from his role as prime…

De Pinte man, 58, arrested for domestic violence case

De Pinte (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A 58-year-old father from De Pinte has been arrested and placed under…

Photographer captures stork feeding chick a food can in Webbekom

Webbekom (BrWebbekomussels Morning Newspaper) - A photographer in Diest’s Webbekoms Broek captured a striking moment as a stork…

AZORG in Aalst seeks drones for medical items, faces rules

Aalst (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - AZORG, formed from OLV and ASZ (Aalst) hospitals in Denderstreek, wants drones to…

Oudenaarde €50 card helps grandparents and kids swim cheaper

Oudenaarde (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Oudenaarde pool launched a €50 6-months grandparent–grandchild card. Sports councillor Natascha De Meulemester…

China and Russia to hold joint military drills in August, Beijing says

Beijing (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - On Wednesday, China announced that it would be conducting military exercises with Russia…

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