Who Really Ruled After Yazid? The Battle for the Caliphate

Who Really Ruled After Yazid? The Battle for the Caliphate For nearly a decade, the Islamic world was divided by a struggle for leadership, legitimacy, and survival. Following the death of Yazid ibn Muawiyah and the brief rule of Muawiyah II, the Caliphate entered one of the most turbulent periods in its history. Three powerful figures emerged as rivals for leadership: • Abdullah ibn al-Zubayr in Makkah • Mukhtar al-Thaqafi in Kufa • Abd al-Malik ibn Marwan in Damascus This documentary explores the Second Fitna—the great civil war that reshaped the Islamic world. From the aftermath of Karbala to the rise of Mukhtar al-Thaqafi, from the rule of Abdullah ibn al-Zubayr to the military and political genius of Abd al-Malik ibn Marwan, this is the story of how the Caliphate was torn apart and ultimately reunited. Discover the battles, alliances, betrayals, and decisions that determined the future of the Islamic Empire and answered one of history's most important questions: Who really ruled after Yazid? Topics Covered: Death of Yazid ibn Muawiyah Muawiyah II and the leadership vacuum Abdullah ibn al-Zubayr's rule Mukhtar al-Thaqafi and the movement after Karbala Battle of Marj Rahit Rise of Abd al-Malik ibn Marwan Defeat of Mus'ab ibn al-Zubayr Siege of Makkah Death of Abdullah ibn al-Zubayr Reunification of the Caliphate The Second Fitna Explained Director: Hammad Gillani Channel: Qadeemi Duniya If you enjoy well-researched historical documentaries, don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more stories from the ancient and medieval world. ****** About Us ****** Welcome to Qadeemi Duniya – your gateway to the forgotten pages of history. We bring you powerful, emotional, and educational stories from Islamic history, ancient civilizations, legendary rulers, forgotten battles, and untold events of the past. Through cinematic storytelling in Urdu, we uncover the truth buried in time. From the golden age of Islam to the mysterious empires of the world — every video is a journey into the past. Subscribe to explore the hidden treasures of Qadeemi Duniya.