Which Ghazwa is known for showcasing the Holy Prophet's (PBUH) exemplary military strategy?

Explanation

Ghazwa Khandaq (also known as the Battle of Ahzab) took place in 5 AH when the Quraysh and their allies laid siege to Madina. The Holy Prophet (PBUH), on the advice of Hazrat Salman Farsi (RA), ordered the digging of a trench around the vulnerable northern side of Madina — a defensive tactic unknown to the Arabs at the time. This innovative strategy neutralized the enemy's numerical superiority, prevented a direct confrontation, and ultimately led to the confederate forces dispersing without a major battle, highlighting the Prophet's (PBUH) strategic brilliance.

Good to know

Ghazwa Khandaq was fought in Shawwal 5 AH with a combined enemy force of around 10,000 men against approximately 3,000 Muslims. The trench, which stretched across the exposed northern flank of Madina, took around two weeks to dig. The siege lasted nearly a month, and the decisive moment came when a severe windstorm struck the enemy camps, forcing them to retreat. The Quran mentions this battle in Surah Al-Ahzab, highlighting Allah's help through unseen forces.

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