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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Israel launches strikes in Rafah amid ceasefire violations

Gaza (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Israeli military launched an attack in Rafah and elsewhere in southern Gaza,…

Ukrainian drones strike Russian gas plant in Orenburg

Moscow (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Ukrainian drones targeted a gas plant in Russia's Orenburg region, said the local…

Zele-Berlare police detain a man with an axe near Kloosterstraat

Zele-Berlare (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - On the night of October 17-18, 2025, Zele-Berlare police intercepted an intoxicated man…

Asse launches monthly grief group for Children 6–12, led by Missing You

Asse (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A new monthly grief support group in Asse helps children aged 6–12 who…

Roeselare’s 1st Prevention Market draws 30+ residents

Roeselare (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Roeselare held its 1st Prevention Market at ’t Schuurtje on October 18, 2025,…

Menen invests €650k on slow roads and seniors’ benches

Menen (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Menen invested €550,000 in slow roads and €100,000 in seniors’ benches. Alderman Patrick…

Hamas hands over one more body of Israeli hostage Eliyahu Margalit

Tel Aviv (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Israel’s military has identified the body of Eliyahu “Churchill” Margalit, a hostage…

De Lijn bus burns on E40 in Ternat; Wouter Jeanfils responded

Ternat (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A De Lijn bus burned on the E40 in Ternat Thursday night, Oct…

Sint-Niklaas launches ‘First Aid for Collective Debt Settlement’

Sint-Niklaas (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Sint-Niklaas welfare groups and Waasland labor court launched “First Aid for Collective Debt…

Zaventem receives €4.5M for new swimming pool project

Zaventem (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Zaventem will build a new sports complex with a swimming pool, supported by…

Decathlon opens 1st Brussels City Store in 5 years

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Decathlon will open its 1st new Belgian store in 5 years in Brussels…

European Parliament announces finalists for 2025 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought

Today, the European Parliament announced the three finalists for the 2025 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought, honouring…

Russia launches 300 drones on Ukraine’s gas facilities

Kyiv (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Russian defence forces launched over 300 drones and 37 missiles to hit energy…

Sint-Pieters-Leeuw reintroduces the right of 1st refusal for housing

Sint-Pieters-Leeuw (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Sint-Pieters-Leeuw reintroduced the right of first refusal. Mayor Jan Desmeth and Alderman Jeroen…

Israel says Rafah crossing reopening date with Egypt remains uncertain

Tel Aviv (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Israeli authorities stated on Thursday that the specific date for reopening the…

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