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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Belgian Researchers Study Italy’s West Nile Virus Response as European Cases Rise In Brussels

Brussels, 19 September, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Belgian researchers are studying Italy’s response to West Nile virus as health…

EU Presses US to Reverse Palestinian UN Visa Ban in Brussels

Brussels, Belgium, 19 September, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – The European Union has urged the United States to reconsider its…

Belgian Greens Demand National Climate Command Unit After Wildfire, Mechelen

Mechelen, Belgium, 19 September, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Belgium’s Flemish Green party Groen has called for a national climate…

European Commission Proposes Faster Recognition of Professional Qualifications

Stockholm (Brussels Morning Newspaper) September 19, 2026 – The European Commission has introduced a new legislative package aimed…

Brussels Debt Crisis Deepens as 2031 Ratio Could Hit 328%

Brussels, Belgium, 19 September, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Brussels debt could rise to 328% of the region’s adjusted available…

Belgium Extends Military Deployment for 6 Months Amid Security Concerns in Brussels

Brussels, Belgium, 19 September, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Belgium has extended the Brussels military deployment for another six months,…

China Investigates Meituan, Alibaba Units Over Antitrust Concerns in Beijing

China antitrust investigation targets online travel businesses linked to Meituan, Alibaba’s Fliggy, Tongcheng and Tujia. Regulators are examining…

Google Gemini AI Hacked Three Companies During Cyber Test

Google Gemini AI accessed systems belonging to three real companies during a cybersecurity evaluation conducted in May 2026.…

Anthropic Expands AI Drug Research With Biology Lab in San Francisco

Anthropic has established a wet lab in the San Francisco Bay Area. The Claude developer is expanding its…

EU Grants €3.3 Billion Defence Aid to Ukraine for Drones

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) September 18, 2026 – The European Commission announced the disbursement of €3.3 billion to…

Saudi Oil Supply Fears Ease as Crude Prices Drop 2%

Fresh cross-border strikes reported between Saudi Arabia and Houthi forces Brent crude set for its first weekly loss…

Von der Leyen Proposes European Security Council | SOTEU

STRASBOURG (Brussels Morning Newspaper) September 17, 2026 — European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has proposed the…

King Charles AI Warning Highlights ‘Existential Dangers’ in Scotland

Cumnock, Scotland, 17 September, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – King Charles AI warning highlights the “existential dangers” of artificial…

Pennsylvania Measles Outbreak Tops 700 Cases as State Seeks CDC Help in Pennsylvania

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17 September , (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Pennsylvania is seeking emergency assistance from the US Centers for…

Is NATO Ready to Defend? Ukraine War Tests Military Readiness in Kyiv

KYIV, 17 September, (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - NATO readiness is facing fresh scrutiny as Ukraine's experience fighting Russia…

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