Battle of Karbala

The Battle of Karbala took place in 680 CE in present-day Iraq, between a small group of followers of Imam Hussain and the ruling Umayyad Caliphate. Imam Hussain and his supporters refused to accept the oppressive caliph’s authority, advocating for justice and moral integrity. They were surrounded and ultimately killed in a brutal encounter near the city of Karbala. This event is significant for highlighting the struggle against tyranny and has deeply influenced Islamic history, especially among Shia Muslims, who commemorate it annually during Ashura as a symbol of resistance, sacrifice, and standing up for righteousness.