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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Bruges May Fair opens with 85m Mission Impossible Tower

Bruges (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The May Fair (Meifoor) began in Bruges on Friday, featuring the new 85-meter…

Ghent Krommewal bridge installed with minimal disruptions

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The new Krommewal bridge in Ghent was successfully placed on May 10, 2025,…

Brussels court delays state cases over staff and pension row

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The French-speaking commercial court in Brussels is protesting by referring all cases involving…

Merelbeke: ILVO builds 14k-chick climate controlled house

Merelbeke-Melle (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - ILVO is building a modern chicken house in Merelbeke-Melle, 70m long, 41m wide,…

Leuven wins 3rd volleyball final duel, no party in Roeselare 

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Knack Roeselare leads Haasrode Leuven 2–1 in the Belgian volleyball final. Roeselare targets…

Brussels Kunstberg fountain working after €210K renovation

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Kunstberg Garden fountain in Brussels, renovated for €210,000, now has a 2-year…

Ghent plans 1,100 homes with 40% affordable housing

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Ghent will build 1,100 homes near Afrikalaan, with 40% affordable (25% social, 15%…

Devillé criticises Prevost’s appointment as the new Pope

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Rik Devillé is disappointed by Robert Francis Prevost's appointment as Pope due to…

Tongeren tackles smelly Jeker sludge with VMM cleanup plan

Tongeren-Borgloon (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Jeker River in Tongeren-Borgloon is being cleaned by the Flemish Environment Agency…

Brussels’ Guimardstraat revamp: More greenery, half parking spots

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Link Guimardstraat in Brussels is being redeveloped. State Secretary for Urban Development Ans…

Olen’s Aurubis Arsenic dust exceeds 2030 limits

Olen (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - In Olen, the fine floating dust samples contain high concentrations of arsenic, especially…

New F205 tunnel laid out for cyclists’ safety in Hoeilaar

Hoeilaart (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - In Hoeilaart, a hustle and bustle, a dangerous crossroad is made safe for…

Tienen boosts road safety with mobile speed camera

Tienen (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Tienen, led by mobility chief Olivia Verstrepen, will use its €7,800/week mobile speed…

EU disburses €1 billion more in aid to Ukraine

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The European Commission said on Thursday it had disbursed the fourth tranche of…

Olen investigates high arsenic levels in the air 

Olen (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Olen is investigating high arsenic levels in the air, which exceed EU targets.…

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