Michael Kaplan

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Michael Kaplan covers breaking news for the International Business Times, with a special focus on the Middle East. He previously worked as a freelance journalist covering religion, politics and human rights in Turkey, and has also spent time in Morocco, the Palestinian West Bank, Israel, Lebanon and Jordan. His work has been published in Al Jazeera English, IRIN News, Religion News Service, the Forward and more.

Turkey-Africa Economic Relations: After Russian Sanctions, Turkish Businesses Eye African Markets To Offset Losses

Turkey's leaders have built business ties with African countries for the last decade, but will those connections help Turkish businessmen boost profits after Russian sanctions?

Egypt Anti-ISIS Fight: Israeli Airspace Violated As Egyptian Warplanes Battle Sinai Affiliate Of Islamic State Group

The airspace violations were believed to be the first since the 1973 Arab-Israeli war, and did not elicit a response from Israel's military.

Saudi Arabia Anti-ISIS, Terrorism Coalition: Azerbaijan Considers Joining Campaign Against Islamic State

Saudi Arabia announced the coalition Tuesday, releasing a list of 34 predominantly Muslim countries from as far as Malaysia.

Mosque Arson Attack Update: Suspect Detained On Suspicion Of Hate Crime At California Islamic Center

The suspected arson came as the U.S. has seen a rise in hate crimes against Muslims following the San Bernardino massacre.

After Paris Climate Agreement, Will Innovative Energy Projects Take Off? Historic Deal Calls For Hopeful Technology

In the wake of the new climate-change agreement, enthusiasm for sustainable energy-producing alternatives is likely to swell. Here are a few possibilities.

British Airstrikes Against ISIS: Hundreds In London Demand End To UK Bombing In Syria

Demonstrators opposed to Britain's decision to launch airstrikes targeting the Islamic State group took to the streets Saturday.

Syria War Update: Car Bomb In Regime-Held Homs City Kills At Least 16 Near Hospital

Dozens were killed or wounded in Homs just days after rebels pulled out of the city in central Syria under a truce. ISIS claimed responsibility.

Burundi Violence Update: Military Says 87 Killed, Including 8 Security Forces, Amid Friday Unrest

"I fear I can be killed like my friend yesterday," says Fidele Muyobera, 22. Discovered with hands bound behind their backs, dozens of bodies had bullet wounds in their heads.

South, North Korea Talks Fail? No Agreement Reached, No Further Meeting Dates Set

Delegations from the two countries could not agree on which issues were most important to discuss.

ISIS Bank Robbery? Islamic State Funds Military Endeavors With $1B In Looting From Syria, Iraq Vaults

The U.S. and Iraqi governments have worked to stem ISIS revenue, but the group has continued to benefit from up to $1 billion looted from banks.

Kabul Embassy Attack Update: Loud Blast Heard In Afghan Capital

A car bomb was detonated near the embassy in Afghanistan Friday and gunmen stormed a building nearby. The Taliban claimed responsibility, but that has not been verified.

ISIS Terrorist Attack In Turkey? CIA Warns Turkish Authorities Of Islamic State Plans To Target US Interests

At least five ISIS fighters are believed to have infiltrated Turkey, and the CIA warned Thursday U.S. interests in the country could be targeted.

Christmas Gifts For Teen Boys 2015: What To Buy Your Brother, Nephew, Grandson For Under $100

Picking out the right Christmas gift for a teenage guy can be a pretty daunting task. To help you out as you start your Christmas shopping, we’ve collected some of the best gift ideas out there.

What Does Tashfeen Malik's Attendance At A Pakistani Religious School Tell Us About Her Path To Radicalization?

The San Bernardino shooter attended a branch of al-Huda, a network of religious schools in Pakistan. But experts say that alone is not a red flag.

Should Donald Trump's Muslim Ban Be Illegal? Senate Committee Blocks Religious-Based Discrimination

A Senate committee voted Thursday in favor of a nonbinding measure saying that barring entry based on religion is un-American.

Iran Retreating In Syria? Iranian Military Scaling Back Presence, Western Officials Say

Iran has been fighting to help bolster Syrian President Bashar Assad, but less than 1,000 of its soldiers still remain in the fight, Western officials said.

Indian Muslim Leaders Condemn ISIS, Trump: 1.5M Muslims Sign Fatwa Against Islamic State, Al Qaeda And Taliban

The religious ruling, which condemns groups like ISIS and al Qaeda, also lambasted recent statements by Donald Trump calling for a ban on Muslim immigration into the U.S.

ISIS Crossing Southern Border From Mexico? Terror Debate Sparks Alarm Over Possible Islamic State Immigration

Middle Easterners have recently tapped into a human smuggling pipeline along America's border with Mexico. Most are seeking a better life, but could terrorists slip in too?

ISIS Foreign Fighters Double? Islamic State In Syria And Iraq Could Grow More Dangerous As It Weakens, Report Says

"The Islamic State has seen success beyond the dreams of other terrorist groups that now appear conventional and even old-fashioned, such as Al-Qaeda,” a recent report says.

Where Is Salah Abdeslam? A Month After Paris Attacks, Suspect's Whereabouts Remain Unknown

Some believe the terror attack suspect may have fled to Syria, but European authorities have not yet confirmed the reports.

Donald Trump Hurting GOP Image? Republican Front-Runner Is 'Insulting And Offensive,' Majority Of Americans Say

Latinos are particularly likely to feel negatively about the Republican front-runner. About 65 percent of Latino adults say he is hurting the image of the GOP.

Islamic State Going Broke? As Airstrikes Target Oil Revenue, ISIS Slashes Salaries, Imposes New Taxes

The Islamic State group is reportedly suffering from airstrikes against its oil infrastructure.

After San Bernardino Shooting, California Governor Jerry Brown Calls For Stricter Gun Laws

Gun purchases by individuals on the no-fly list should be banned Jerry Brown added, in calling for action by the U.S. Congress.

Amid ISIS Threat, DHS To Unveil New US Terror Alert System

In the wake of recent ISIS attacks that have killed more than 500 people around the world, the Department of Homeland Security will announce a new threat warning system in the next few days.

Dialogue With ISIS? Dalai Lama Says There Is 'No Other Way' In Fight Against Islamic State

As the U.S. has stepped up an airstrike campaign against the Islamic State group in Syria, the Dalai Lama says dialogue is the only way forward.

How ISIS Governs Its Caliphate: Leaked Islamic State Document Reveals Blueprint For State-Building With Religious Fundamentalism

The 24-page document, obtained by the Guardian, demonstrates that the Islamic State group has set out to build a viable state in the territory it holds in Iraq and Syria.