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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Spain to ban Israel-bound arms shipments from ports, skies

Madrid (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announced on Monday that Spain will intensify its…

EU considers fresh sanctions on Russian banks, oil trade

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The European Union is considering a new set of sanctions targeting around six…

Israel FM Gideon Saar says Gaza war may end if Hamas disarms, frees hostages

Jerusalem (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar said on Sunday that the conflict in Gaza…

Japanese PM Shigeru Ishiba plans to resign amid party split

Tokyo (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba is expected to resign to prevent a division…

A man attacks workers with a machete in Sint-Jans-Molenbeek

Sint-Jans-Molenbeek (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - On Friday, September 5, 2025, a man in his 30s with mental health…

Hasselt drug trial paused after wiretaps replaced with cartoons

Hasselt (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Hasselt court postponed a major drug trial after key wiretap recordings were replaced…

Ostend Photo Biennial hosts 32 Photographers on LIGHT theme

Ostend (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Ostend Photo Biennial 2025 (Sept 6–Nov 16) features 32 photographers, including Charlotte Abramow,…

Hilde Crevits probes Pieter De Crem over Aalter address rules

Aalter (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Flemish Interior Minister Hilde Crevits (CD&V) opened a disciplinary probe against Aalter Mayor…

PIVH nursing students begin theory classes at Sint-Truiden hospital 

Sint-Truiden (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - 12 first-year nursing students from PIVH now follow theory classes at Sint-Trudo Hospital…

Mechelen rents rise above  €1,000 with Keerdok, Komet, Maarten

Mechelen (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Rents in Mechelen exceed €1,000 per month as new projects Keerdok, Komet, and…

KRC Genk & ZOL hospital launch 3-year health partnership in Limburg

Genk (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - East Limburg Hospital ZOL and KRC Genk FRZA Foundation launch a 3-year partnership…

Zottegem plans Heldenlaan redevelopment in 2026

Zottegem (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Zottegem plans to redevelop Heldenlaan in 2026, combining urgent sewer work with street…

Brussels court appoints expert in medical exam fraud

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Brussels court appointed an independent expert to review alleged fraud in the…

Gistel Mayor Defreyne acts after new violence case, boosts safety

Gistel (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - In Gistel, Mayor Defreyne responds to rising youth violence. On August 28, 2025,…

Leuven’s 16th-century De Cleijn Donderbus gets €257K renovation

Leuven (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The 16th-century Leuven building De Cleijn Donderbus will be renovated with a €257,000…

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