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 finds Temu in violation of bloc’s Digital Services Act

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The European Union on Monday accused Temu, a Chinese-founded e-commerce giant, of violating…

28-year-old woman survives crash into parked truck in Ypres

Ypres (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A 28‑year‑old Ypres woman survived a severe crash on the Noorderring, hitting a…

Iran says military power not up for negotiation

Tehran (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Iran stated on Monday that its military capabilities are non-negotiable, following France's call…

Thai, Cambodian leaders meet for ceasefire talks in Malaysia

Putrajaya (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - On Monday, the leaders of Cambodia and Thailand met in Malaysia in an…

Vandals damage Leopoldsburg convent as 67 homes planned

Leopoldsburg (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Vandals damaged the vacant Carmelite convent in Leopoldsburg, causing €40k–€60k in damage. Mayor…

Car fire in Ellikom forces evacuation of 26 apartments

Elliikom (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A car fire in Ellikom, Oudsbergen forced 26 apartments to evacuate. Mayor Ilse…

De Wever warns after EU-US trade deal leaves tariffs in place

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Bart De Wever called the new EU-US trade deal "relief, not celebration," praising…

Malaysia to mediate Thailand-Cambodia border conflict

Kuala Lumpur (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Malaysian Foreign Minister announced on Sunday that Thailand and Cambodia have agreed…

Russia says Kyiv, West reject diplomacy in Ukraine conflict

Moscow (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said that Moscow favours political and diplomatic norms to…

Memorial ride to Stokrooie honors Kim and Ken

Stokrooie (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A motorcycle club held a memorial ride to Stokrooie in honor of missing…

Car crashes into front yard in Olmen near Balen

Olmen (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A man crashed his car into a front yard in Olmen near Balen…

Israeli strikes kill 25 Palestinians near Zikim border

Gaza (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - While thousands of Palestinians fled to the Zikim border with Israel seeking food,…

Russia strikes Ukraine’s city of Dnipro, killing 3

Kyiv (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Russian forces carried out an overnight drone and missile attack, resulting in three…

Fire destroys garage at home in Staden on drevestraat

Staden (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A fire in Staden destroyed Michel and Lutje Vandenbussche’s garage on Drevestraat. Firefighters…

Swimming ban at Willebroek Hazewinkel pond

Willebroek (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Authorities have temporarily banned swimming at Hazewinkel pond in Willebroek due to safety…

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