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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Italian foreign minister optimistic about US-Iran talks

Rome (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Italy’s Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani met with his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi ahead…

NMBS plans 300-car parking garage at Sint-Genesius-Rode

Sint-Genesius-Rode (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Belgian train company NMBS plans a new 300-car parking garage with electric…

1 neglected dog and 2 cats saved by Kortenaken De Zorghoeve 

Kortenaken (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - De Zorghoeve in Kortenaken rescued a neglected Border Collie, a dog from Lubbeek…

Iran, U.S. to resume nuclear talks in Rome

Rome (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - On Saturday, Iran and the United States will engage in a new round…

Sint-Lambrechts-Woluwe opposes €500M Brussels Airport plan

Sint-Lambrechts-Woluwe (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Brussels Airport is investing €500 million to expand, but faces criticism from Brussels…

Zottegem plans 40 parking spots, clearer rules in Bevegem

Zottegem (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Zottegem faces parking issues near the train station due to limited spots and…

Kortenaken expands asbestos removal with 8-bag containers

Kortenaken (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The city, led by Alderman Caroline Torbeyns, offers free asbestos removal help with…

Tienen’s ToThai closes temporarily due to mouse issue

Tienen (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - In Tienen, ToThai, a restaurant in operation for 11 years, is temporarily closing…

Ghent plans 20k homes by 2040, 6k in suburbs led by Watteeuw

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Ghent expects 300,000 residents by 2040 and needs 20,000 new homes. Filip Watteeuw…

Herent uses signs and truck image to prevent bridge crashes

Herent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Herent faces frequent truck crashes under low bridges on Bijlokstraat, possibly dozens monthly.…

Zelzate tightens pond rules with patrols and permit changes

Zelzate (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Zelzate is tightening fishing rules at the local pond. Police and inspectors will…

Saudi defence minister visits Iran amid nuclear talks

Tehran (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Saudi Arabian Defence Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman arrived in Iran for meetings…

China: Willing to enhance cooperation with the EU

Beijing (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Chinese Commerce Ministry spokesperson He Yongqian said that China is willing to enhance…

Elia upgrades the Tienen’s 70kV grid to 150kV by 2029 

Tienen (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Elia is upgrading Tienen’s outdated 70kV grid to 150kV by 2029 to meet…

Het Sanatorium becomes an art hub for 11 artists in Ronse

Ronse (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - 11 artists, including Sander Buyck, are transforming the historic Heynsdaele sanatorium in Ronse…

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