Safavid decline

The decline of the Safavid Empire, which ruled Persia from the early 16th to the early 18th century, was caused by internal strife, weak leadership, and economic troubles. Corruption and factionalism within the court weakened central authority, while repeated wars, especially with the Ottoman Empire and Afghans, drained resources. Religious intolerance led to internal divides, and declining military strength made it hard to defend against invaders. These combined factors gradually undermined the empire's stability, leading to its eventual collapse and transition into other regional powers.