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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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…

Microsoft president voices support for EU laws amid growing U.S. criticism

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Microsoft honors European regulations, including significant laws aimed at limiting Big Tech's influence,…

30 teachers protest closure of Oudenaarde hair school

Oudenaarde (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - All 30 teachers at the Oudenaarde hairdressing school oppose its closure, citing poor…

Eeklo plans free parking across the city by 2027

Eeklo (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Eeklo plans to scrap paid parking by Jan 1, 2027, aiming to boost…

Diepenbeek student association Renikéa elects new board in 3rd election week

Diepenbeek (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Student life in Diepenbeek experiences its third consecutive election week because election fever…

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