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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Elke (37) from Aarschot appeals for Daughter’s lost ashes bracelet

Aarschot (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Elke Lauwens (37) from Aarschot has issued an emotional plea after losing a…

Maasmechelen unveils monument for 1940 bomber crash

Maasmechelen (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A new monument was unveiled in Maasmechelen commemorating the British bomber that crashed…

Knokke-Heist blocks La Réserve plan to protect Zegemeer

Knokke-Heist (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Knokke-Heist bans all commercial activities at Zegemeer lake to keep it peaceful. Mayor…

Lommel emergency drill evacuates 3,200 at Centre Parcs

Lommel (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A major emergency drill at Centre Parcs De Vossemeren in Lommel today, June…

Blankenberge paravang 1908 gets 10-year makeover plan

Blankenberge (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Blankenberge will restore its 1908 Paravang. Starting late 2025, rusted iron, wood, and…

Lanaken maps traffic signs at Molenweideplein for safety

Lanaken (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Lanaken is mapping its traffic signs after summer, starting with busy spots like…

Trump seeks “real deal” to resolve Iran nuclear issue

Washington (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - U.S. President Donald Trump stated that he's seeking a "real deal" to resolve…

Meise’s former mayor, Frans Kerremans passed away at 93

Meise (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Frans Kerremans, former Meise mayor, died at 93. He became mayor in 1988…

OCMW Oostende tightens living wage rules

Oostende (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - OCMW Oostende introduces stricter rules for living wage eligibility, with faster assessments of…

Hasselt: PXL Syntra 4 CVOs form alliance to tackle 55K job gaps

Hasselt (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Hasselt’s Hogeschool PXL, Syntra PXL, and 4 CVOs formed a Limburg education alliance,…

Kremlin: Ready to accept Tehran’s uranium, mediate conflict

Moscow (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Kremlin said Monday that Moscow's earlier plan to keep Iranian uranium in…

Borgerhout explosion damages home near district house

Borgerhout (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - An early morning explosion on June 16, 2025, on Van Daelstraat in Borgerhout…

Antonio Costa urges restraint in EU-US trade disputes

Alberta (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - European Council President Antonio Costa stated on Sunday that rather than causing economic…

Geel gas installer gets 8-month suspended sentence

Geel (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - In Turnhout court, a gas fitter got an 8-month suspended sentence and €800…

Israel warns Tehran residents will ‘pay the price’ after Tel Aviv and Haifa attacks

Tel Aviv (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Israel's defence minister warned that Tehran residents will "pay the price and…

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