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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Halle celebrates 80 years of liberation and Europe Day

Halle (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Halle marked the 80th anniversary of its liberation with survivors' stories. Alderman Mark…

Zelenskiy praises shared understanding with Trump after meeting at the Vatican

Kyiv (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy stated that his recent brief meeting with U.S. President…

Genk road and rail repairs cause detours and disruptions

Genk (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Infrabel is repairing the level crossing on Landwaartslaan in Genk until May 16,…

A 71-year-old woman badly burned in Roeselare apartment fire

Roeselare (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A 71-year-old woman suffered severe burns in a fire around 5 p.m. Friday…

Antwerp police rescue dog from hot car, owner fined twice

Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Antwerp police rescued a dog left in a hot car at Mastplein. The…

Blankenberge adds extra bins after 40k beach visitors

Blankenberg (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - After 40,000 visitors flocked to Blankenberge, the city placed extra garbage bins and…

Gullegem carnival relocation sparks debate over tree removal

Gullegem (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Renovation in Gullegem's centre begins, relocating the carnival to De Dwarsschuur. Councillor Inge…

Nieuwpoort approves rooftop vertical wind turbines test

Nieuwpoort (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Werkhuis Vercoutter in Nieuwpoort is testing a 4-meter rooftop windmill, approved by the…

Hasselt “Burns winter welcomes spring” at May evening event

Hasselt (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Hasselt burns in the true literal sense at the yearly May event as…

Riemst school bus hits tree, driver free & attendant hurt

Riemst (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – A school bus suffered a fatal crash into a tree while operating in…

Antwerp student groups race 400m laps in 12-hour run

Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – The 12-hour run will happen at Antwerp on Wednesday. Student associations compete to…

Petra De Sutter is the new UGent rector, beats Van de Walle

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Petra De Sutter won Ghent University’s rector election with strong support from all…

MIVB boosts metro service for the Belgian football cup final

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - MIVB will reinforce metro line 6 next Sunday, May 4, 2025, for the…

Iran and E3 to hold nuclear talks in Rome

Rome (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Iran will hold nuclear talks in Rome on Friday with Britain, France and…

Kremlin: Putin supports peace in Ukraine, but it takes time 

Moscow (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - President Vladimir Putin is receptive to peace in Ukraine, and substantial efforts are…

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