In the mid-10th century, the Abbasid Caliphate faced increasing external pressures as regional powers rose in prominence. The Buyid dynasty, which had established itself in Persia and parts of Iraq, held significant military and political power. Caliph al-Mustakfi became increasingly ineffective in his role, which led to discontent among powerful factions within Baghdad. The situation culminated when Mu'izz al-Dawla, a leader of the Buyid dynasty, decided to act decisively to remove al-Mustakfi from power. He orchestrated a coup that resulted in the caliph's deposition, further emphasizing the declining authority of the Abbasid Caliphs. The act of blinding al-Mustakfi not only removed him but served as a brutal demonstration of Mu'izz al-Dawla's dominance.As a result of this turmoil, al-Muti was proclaimed the new caliph, reinstating the Abbasid name while effectively allowing the Buyids to control the administration of Baghdad. This transition marked a pivotal moment in Islamic history, illustrating the shift from religious leadership to secular authority held by regional powers. The event significantly impacted the political landscape of the Islamic world, as the Abbasids began to symbolize more of a ceremonial leadership under the control of the Buyids, who continued to exercise real power for years to come.