Assyrian siege

An Assyrian siege was a military tactic used by the ancient Assyrians to conquer cities. It involved surrounding a city and cutting off its supplies, including food, water, and reinforcements, to force the inhabitants to surrender. Assyrians often built walls, trenches, or used battering rams to breach defenses once the city weakened. These sieges could last for months or years, demonstrating their strategic patience and military strength. The goal was to weaken the city by isolating it, ultimately leading to its capture without direct assault or with minimal fighting once the defenders were exhausted or out of supplies.