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The Battle of Yarmouk was fought in 15 AH (636 CE) during the caliphate of Hazrat Umar ibn al-Khattab (RA), the second rightly guided caliph of Islam. This decisive battle took place near the Yarmouk River (modern-day border of Syria and Jordan) between the Muslim army, led by Hazrat Khalid bin Walid (RA), and the powerful Byzantine Empire under Emperor Heraclius.

The battle lasted for six days and is regarded as one of the most important victories in Islamic military history. It marked the end of Byzantine control in Syria and much of the Levant, paving the way for the rapid expansion of Islam in the region. Despite being outnumbered, the Muslim army displayed extraordinary discipline, courage, and strategic warfare, defeating a well-equipped Byzantine force.

Hazrat Umar (RA) oversaw the military campaigns from Madina, providing guidance and leadership while delegating command to experienced generals like Khalid bin Walid (RA) and Abu Ubaidah ibn al-Jarrah (RA). This victory not only expanded Islamic territory but also demonstrated the strength of faith, unity, and leadership during the caliphate of Hazrat Umar (RA).

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  Battle: Yarmouk – fought in 15 AH / 636 CE.

  
  


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  Caliph: Hazrat Umar ibn al-Khattab (RA).

  
  


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  Commander: Hazrat Khalid bin Walid (RA) led the Muslim forces.

  
  


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  Opponent: Byzantine Empire under Emperor Heraclius.

  
  


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  Outcome: Decisive Muslim victory, liberation of Syria and surrounding areas.

  
  


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  Significance: Marked the decline of Byzantine influence in the region and secured the northern Islamic frontiers.