Yazid I

Yazid I was the second Umayyad caliph, ruling from 680 to 683 CE. He is best known for his controversial role in the Battle of Karbala, where he ordered the killing of Hussein ibn Ali, the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad. This event is significant in Islamic history, deepening divisions between Sunni and Shia Muslims. Yazid’s reign faced resistance and criticism due to his actions at Karbala, affecting his legacy. His rule marked a turbulent period in early Islamic history, highlighting struggles for power and differing interpretations of Islamic leadership.