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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Russian drones target systematic hits on Ukraine’s railway

Kyiv (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Since the summer, Russia has launched a large-scale wave of attacks on Ukraine's…

UCLL Leuven reports a 20% rise in nursing and dental students

Leuven (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Leuven’s UCLL University of Applied Sciences, led by Kristel Van Merlo, saw a…

Halle restaurant De Veroon reopens at Home in October after collapse

Halle (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Restaurant De Veroon in Lembeek (Halle), owned by Annemie Debast and Kevin Dragone,…

Belgium’s deficit hits €26.6B, Diependale & De Wever urged action

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Belgium’s federal budget deficit rises to 4.2% of GDP (€26.6B), says the Monitoring…

Sint-Trudo hospital opens outdoor rehab in Sint-Truiden

Sint-Truiden (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Sint-Trudo Hospital in Sint-Truiden opened a new outdoor rehab area with a sprint…

Mayor demands more police at Antwerp Central amid shortages

Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Antwerp mayor Els van Doesburg (N-VA) urges Interior Minister Bernard Quintin (MR) to…

Hasselt launches Fashion and Design with 60 designers

Hasselt (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Hasselt hosts the first Fashion and Design Hasselt with 60 designers from Belgium…

EU cyber agency says third-party ransomware disrupted major airports

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - On Monday, the European Union's cybersecurity agency stated that the airport disruptions resulting…

Germany says Palestinian state should come as a result of negotiations

Berlin (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Germany's foreign minister has reconfirmed the country's stance that it won't recognise a…

Afghan Taliban official says US deal on Bagram base ‘not possible’ 

Kabul (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - On Sunday, an official from the Afghan Taliban government stated that an agreement…

UK’s David Lammy says recognition of Palestine will not happen overnight

London (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - UK's Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy said the imminent recognition of a Palestinian…

Turkey’s Recep Tayyip Erdogan backs Palestinian recognition ahead of the UN vote

Istanbul (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan stated he would welcome new resolutions at the…

Tree blocks Spaanse Lindebaan in Grimbergen, Mayor investigates

Grimbergen (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - On Saturday, Sep 20, 2025, a tree fell on Spaanse Lindebaan in Grimbergen,…

Schoonhoven Park in Aarschot draws few people on last day of swimming

Aarschot (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Fewer visitors came to Schoonhoven Park’s final swimming day in Aarschot due to…

Muntpunt Brussels reopens after major renovation works

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Muntpunt in Brussels has reopened after major renovations, featuring an open auditorium, revamped…

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