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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China warns EU to stop provoking tensions in South China Sea

Beijing (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - After EU foreign policy leader Kaja Kallas voiced worries about Beijing's aggressive actions…

40 bus drivers protest after manager firing Heusden-Zolder

Heusden-Zolder (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Limburg bus drivers protested after their trusted local manager was suddenly fired. The…

Dendermonde unions file strike notice over cuts

Dendermonde (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Trade unions ACV Openbare Diensten and ACOD LRB have filed a strike notice…

Deurne’s OLT Rivierenhof gets new sound system

Deurne (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - OLT Rivierenhof in Deurne has installed a new sound system ahead of the…

House destroyed in serious fire in Maasmechelen

Tienen (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A severe fire broke out on Prinses Paolalaan in Maasmechelen, rendering the house…

Tienen children call for subtropical swimming pool

Tienen (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Children in Tienen are calling on local authorities to build a subtropical swimming…

EU expands critical material push with 13 new projects

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - On Wednesday, the European Commission announced 13 new raw material projects outside the…

Belgian Alexander De Croo leading contender for UNDP Chief

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Alexander De Croo, supported by top Belgian leaders, is a strong candidate to…

Sint-Niklaas Grote Markt renovation hits €22.4M due to PFAS

Sint-Niklaas (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Sint-Niklaas’s Grote Markt renovation cost rose from €21M to €22.4M due to PFAS…

Belgian soldiers train on bridges in East Flanders for 7 days

Sint-Laureins (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Belgian soldiers are training for a week in Watervliet, Boekhoute, and Sint-Laureins, focusing…

Tervuren’s Van Der Meeren ECSC house secure €75K restoration

Tervuren (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Architect Willy Van Der Meeren’s vacant ECSC house in Tervuren, needing full restoration,…

Bree and Kempenheuvel campsite settle permit dispute

Bree (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The city of Bree and the new Kempenheuvel campsite operator resolved permit issues.…

Grimbergen urges pet owners to check chip info

Grimbergen (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Grimbergen urges residents to verify and update pet microchip data to reduce the…

Viersel fishing pond closed on weekends after nuisance

Viersel (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Viersel fishing pond in Zandhoven is now closed on weekends due to repeated…

Antwerp café bartender freed after rape allegations

Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A 22-year-old bartender from café Zeezicht in Antwerp, accused of multiple rapes, has…

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