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The Siege of Constantinople from "summary" of Stories of the Prophets (Peace be upon them) by Imam Imaduddin Isma’il Ibn Kathir
During the time of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), a great siege was laid upon the city of Constantinople. The Byzantine Emperor Heraclius was facing a formidable enemy in the form of the Persian Empire. The Persians had already conquered many lands and were now marching towards Constantinople. Heraclius knew that he needed to defend his city at all costs. He gathered his armies and prepared for a long and difficult battle. The Persians, led by their king Khusrow, were determined to conquer Constantinople and add it to their vast empire. The siege lasted for many days and nights. The city was surrounded by the enemy forces, and the people inside were running out of food and supplies. Despite the difficult circ...
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