The battle between Süleyman Çelebi and Musa Çelebi occurred during the Ottoman Interregnum, a tumultuous period that emerged after the death of Sultan Bayezid I in 1402. Following Bayezid's demise, the empire faced a fragmentation of power among his sons, leading to a civil war as each brother vied for control over the increasingly fractured territories. Süleyman, one of the sons of Bayezid, sought to establish his authority and consolidate power, which led to his confrontation with his brother Musa outside the Byzantine capital, Constantinople.

The battle is noted for its strategic significance, as it took place in proximity to a vital urban center that held both symbolic and practical importance for the Ottomans. Süleyman Çelebi's forces outmaneuvered and defeated Musa's army, which not only marked a turning point in the civil strife but also allowed Süleyman to assert himself more dominantly in the power hierarchy of the Ottoman Empire. His victory thus opened the path for further consolidation of power, although the aftermath of the conflict continued to see other siblings contesting for control, maintaining the cycle of rivalry within the ruling family.

This conflict underscored the persistent volatility that marked the early years of the 15th century for the Ottoman Empire, as well as the fragility of succession politics within dynasties. As Süleyman continued to rally support, this battle arguably set the stage for future conflicts and the eventual establishment of a more centralized and stable authority under the Ottoman rule, although the civil wars would resurface in various forms.