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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Flemish Brabant issued 85k+ GAS fines last year

Flemish Brabant (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Flemish Brabant recorded over 85,000 GAS fines in 2024, reflecting a sharp…

Ghent ends summer academies’ coordination over funding rules

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Ghent halts summer academy coordination over strict Flemish funding rules. Last year, 8…

Merksem court sentences woman for baby abandonment

Merksem (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - An Antwerp court has sentenced a woman who abandoned her own baby and…

Ghent ACC Dienstencheques fined €40K for 5-year fraud scheme

Ghent (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - ACC Dienstencheques, a Ghent-based company, committed fraud from 2018–2023, misusing unemployment benefits and…

Kallas says Russia doesn’t ‘stand a chance’ if NATO sticks ‘together’

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said Wednesday that Russia does not…

EU Commission accuses AliExpress of violating digital rules

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The European Commission declared that, in violation of the EU's Digital Service Act,…

UAntwerp’s former dean Guy H. gets 1-year suspended sentence 

Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Former University of Antwerp dean Guy H. received a 1-year suspended sentence for…

Leuven Natuurpunt gets €40K for AI insect tracking project

Leuven (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - In 2025, Leuven  Natuurpunt got €40,000 from Brabants Woud National Park to use…

Elke (37) from Aarschot appeals for Daughter’s lost ashes bracelet

Aarschot (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Elke Lauwens (37) from Aarschot has issued an emotional plea after losing a…

Maasmechelen unveils monument for 1940 bomber crash

Maasmechelen (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A new monument was unveiled in Maasmechelen commemorating the British bomber that crashed…

Knokke-Heist blocks La Réserve plan to protect Zegemeer

Knokke-Heist (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Knokke-Heist bans all commercial activities at Zegemeer lake to keep it peaceful. Mayor…

Lommel emergency drill evacuates 3,200 at Centre Parcs

Lommel (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - A major emergency drill at Centre Parcs De Vossemeren in Lommel today, June…

Blankenberge paravang 1908 gets 10-year makeover plan

Blankenberge (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Blankenberge will restore its 1908 Paravang. Starting late 2025, rusted iron, wood, and…

Lanaken maps traffic signs at Molenweideplein for safety

Lanaken (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Lanaken is mapping its traffic signs after summer, starting with busy spots like…

Trump seeks “real deal” to resolve Iran nuclear issue

Washington (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - U.S. President Donald Trump stated that he's seeking a "real deal" to resolve…

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