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The Battle of Camel (Arabic: Ma'rakat al-Jamal) was fought in Basra, Iraq, in 36 AH (656 CE). This battle was one of the first major internal conflicts (Fitna) among Muslims after the assassination of Caliph Uthman ibn Affan (R.A). The battle occurred between the forces of Caliph Ali ibn Abi Talib (R.A), the fourth caliph of Islam, and the group led by Hazrat Aisha (R.A), along with notable companions Talha ibn Ubaydullah (R.A) and Zubair ibn al-Awwam (R.A).

The conflict arose due to demands for immediate justice against the killers of Caliph Uthman (R.A). Both sides sought the truth but differed in approach and timing, which unfortunately led to this armed clash. The name "Battle of Camel" comes from the fact that Hazrat Aisha (R.A) rode on a camel during the battle, making her position visible to her supporters.

Though the battle resulted in many casualties among Muslims, later reconciliation took place. Hazrat Ali (R.A) treated Hazrat Aisha (R.A) with honor and safely escorted her back to Madina after the conflict, maintaining Islamic ethics even during times of war.

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  Battle Name: Battle of Camel (Ma'rakat al-Jamal).

  
  


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  Location: Basra, Iraq.

  
  


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  Year: 36 AH / 656 CE.

  
  


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  Parties Involved: Forces of Caliph Ali (R.A) vs. supporters of Hazrat Aisha (R.A), Talha (R.A), and Zubair (R.A).

  
  


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  Cause: Dispute over the punishment of those responsible for Caliph Uthman's (R.A) assassination.

  
  


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  Outcome: Victory for Hazrat Ali (R.A); later reconciliation between the companions.

  
  


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  Named Battle of Camel because Hazrat Aisha (R.A) was mounted on a camel during the fight.