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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Jana from Lo-Reninge passes veterinary entry exam

Lo-Reninge (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Jana Vanderfaeillie from Lo-Reninge has passed her veterinary entrance exam, defying expectations after…

Loppem Castle bans big events after visitor rise to 20K

Loppem (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - In 2025, Loppem Castle in Zedelgem banned big events like Camp Lophem due…

Volt joins Zaventem police as new patrol dog on duty

Zaventem (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Zaventem Police welcome Volt, a new patrol dog trained for active duty. Volt…

Duffel to build new pool as current facility is outdated

Duffel (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Duffel plans to construct a new public swimming pool, citing the outdated condition…

Lubbeek: Leeuwkens Scouts use solar power at camp in Chiny

Lubbeek (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Leeuwkens Linden Scouts from Lubbeek used only solar energy at their summer…

Russia’s Medvedev warns of preemptive strikes against West over Ukraine war

Moscow (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - On Thursday, former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev stated that Russia does not intend…

Israeli strike hits Gaza church, kills 21, injures many

Gaza (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Israeli defence forces attacks killed around 22 people in the Gaza Strip on…

14-year-old blacksmith Bruce makes ironwork in Tielt-Winge

Tielt (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - 14-year-old blacksmith Bruce Wolf is restoring ironwork on the oldest stone house in…

France to release Lebanese militant Georges Abdallah on condition of exile

Paris (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A French appeals court ruled Thursday for the release from jail of Georges…

Russia returns 1,000 Ukrainian soldiers’ bodies

Moscow (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - As part of an arrangement reached at peace discussions last month, Russia handed…

EU Trade Commissioner heads to DC for tariff talks

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - EU trade chief Maros Sefcovic is traveling to Washington, DC, on Wednesday for…

Rotselaar hockey club gets a free field supported by €400k

Rotselaar (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Rotselaar will get its first hockey field by September 2025, backed by a…

EU General Court rejects Le Pen heirs’ appeal over expenses

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A European Union court on Wednesday rejected an appeal by Jean-Marie Le Pen's…

Maaseik gets €8M for flood works and new bridge plan

Maaseik (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Flanders will spend over €6 million in the next 2 years to protect…

Iran seizes foreign tanker over fuel smuggling charges

Tehran (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - According to an Iranian news agency, the chief justice of Hormozgan province, Gholam…

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