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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Fishermen fight the Hasselt plan for solar panels on canal

Hasselt (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A pilot study in Godsheide, Hasselt plans solar panels on the Albert Canal…

Google agrees to EU’s AI code for general purposes despite concerns

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - US tech giant Alphabet's Google will sign the European Union's AI Code of…

Beitem shed fire near Roeselare leaves building destroyed

Roeselare (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A pre-dawn fire destroyed a shed on Gabriëlstraat in Beitem, near Roeselare. Fire…

Antwerp’s Beerschot needs 80 stewards, Bram Vaesen calls

Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Beerschot faces a steward shortage, needing up to 80 for big games like…

Ghent launches first-ever paid block camp

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Ghent has launched its first-ever paid block camp, marking a new step in…

Anglers oppose solar project at Put lake Nieuwkapelle

Nieuwkapelle (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Sportvisserij Vlaanderen launches a petition opposing plans to install solar panels on Put…

EU says US energy deal won’t undermine climate goals

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - On Tuesday, the European Commission rejected claims that its commitment to significantly increase…

Halle prosecutor warns e‑scooters over 25 km/h risk €3k fine

Halle (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Halle-Vilvoorde prosecutor Carol Vercarre warns of deadly e-scooter crashes. Only 25 km/h models…

US, Chinese officials resume trade talks in Stockholm

Stockholm (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - On Tuesday, U.S. and Chinese delegations started a second day of trade negotiations…

Ghent’s public transport disrupted by August roadworks

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Ghent’s August roadworks disrupt trams T1, T2, T4 and buses 5, 6, 16,…

Israeli FM Saar rejects global calls for Gaza ceasefire

Tel Aviv (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar dismissed on Tuesday what he described as…

15 seniors scammed in Bruges as losses reach €6,000 each

Bruges (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - 15 seniors in Bruges were scammed last week, losing up to €6,000 each.…

Brussels: Tram 51, bus 14 disrupted for Sainctelette Work

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Tram 51 won’t run between Belgica–Marguerite Duras from Aug 5, 2025, until Apr 2026 for Sainctelette Squareworks…

Bree’s Roos Vanotterdijk shines at world swim champs

Bree (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Swimming club De Meerkoet in Bree is in awe after Roos Vanotterdijk's standout…

Pogačar withdraws from post-tour Roeselare race

Roeselare (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Tour de France winner Tadej Pogačar will not ride in the post-Tour criterium…

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