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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Fire on tourist waterbus in Halle stops canal operations

Halle (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A fire broke out on a tourist Waterbus in Halle near Suikerkaai, halting…

Eastern Limburg storm: Roads flooded & trees down

Maasmechelen (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Severe thunderstorms struck eastern Limburg, flooding streets and toppling trees. In Maasmechelen, a…

Pope Leo urges Iran and Israel to seek peace

Vatican City (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - On Saturday, Pope Leo made an appeal for the authorities in Iran…

Antwerp oil spill affects city centre roads and cyclists

Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A major oil spill in Antwerp, stretching from Groenplaats to the Kaaien, has…

Hoppy launches 300 AI e-scooters in Sint-Niklaas for safety

Sint-Niklaas (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Hoppy launched 300 new AI-equipped shared scooters in Sint-Niklaas. With GPS limits, safety…

Finland accuses Russia-linked crew over Baltic cable damage

Helsinki (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Finland's authorities have accused senior officials of a Russia-linked vessel that harmed undersea…

Ghent adds 50 DOTT bikes and expands ferry services

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Ghent adds 50 new DOTT shared bikes, with 20 in Drongen, 30 in…

Man stabbed during dispute in Oostakker’s Wonderwoud

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A 22-year-old man was hospitalized with stab wounds after a violent dispute escalated…

Ronse seeks volunteers to assist with local weddings

Ronse (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The city of Ronse is seeking volunteers to assist with weddings by setting…

Sint-Martens-Bodegem brasserie Julie closes in Sept 2025

Sint-Martens-Bodegem (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Brasserie Julie in Sint-Martens-Bodegem closes on September 21, 2025. Chef Thomas Locus shifts…

New bocage cheese launched as Voeren’s regional product

Voeren (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Voeren launches Bocage cheese, a regional product by Grenzeloos Bocageland, local farmers, and…

Hundreds protest in Brussels over police violence

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Hundreds protested in Brussels over police violence, demanding justice for Sourour Abouda (46,…

Israel strikes 100 Iran sites with 200 jets

Jerusalem (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - On June 13, 2025, Israel launched Operation Rising Lion, striking 100+ Iranian sites…

VUB opens Ostend campus in 2025, supported by Mayor Crombez

Ostend (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - VUB will open a new campus in Ostend after summer 2025, focusing on…

City of Ostend buys newly found James Ensor painting

Ostend (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The city of Ostend has acquired a newly surfaced painting by James Ensor…

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