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The Southern Kingdom of Judah faced Assyrian and Babylonian invasions from "summary" of A History of Israel and the Holy Land by Michael Avi-Yonah
During the 8th century BCE, the Southern Kingdom of Judah found itself in a precarious position as the mighty Assyrian Empire began its expansion into the region. The Assyrians, known for their brutal tactics and military prowess, posed a significant threat to the smaller kingdom of Judah. Despite attempts to resist Assyrian aggression, Judah ultimately fell under Assyrian control, becoming a vassal state and paying tribute to the empire. The situation for Judah only worsened in the following centuries as the Babylonian Empire rose to power in the region. The Babylonians, under the leadership of King Nebuchadnezzar II, launched a series of invasions into Judah, culminating in the...
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