The Battle of Marj Dabiq was a key conflict fought between the forces of Sultan Selim I of the Ottoman Empire and the Mamluk Sultanate commanded by Sultan Qansuh al-Ghawri. The battle took place near Aleppo in the region of present-day Syria. Selim I sought to expand the Ottoman Empire’s dominance in the Middle East, particularly targeting the Mamluks, who had controlled Egypt and much of the Levant for centuries. Preparing for the confrontation, Selim I marshaled a well-equipped army that included modern artillery, a tactical advantage against the Mamluk forces.

On the battlefield, Selim I's forces engaged in a series of battles against the Mamluks, employing superior tactics and artillery that overwhelmed their opponents. Despite being outnumbered, the Ottomans secured a decisive victory, leading to the death of Sultan Qansuh al-Ghawri during the conflict. This victory not only established Ottoman control over Syria but also set the stage for future expansions into Egypt, which fell shortly after. The use of gunpowder technology highlighted the evolving nature of warfare at this time.

The aftermath of the Battle of Marj Dabiq significantly altered the political landscape of the region. The defeat of the Mamluks meant that the Ottoman Empire emerged as a dominant power in the Islamic world. This event played a crucial role in the rise of the Ottomans as a formidable empire and established Selim I as a powerful ruler, leading to further conquests into North Africa and the Arabian Peninsula. The battle also marked a shift in military strategies across the region, emphasizing the importance of gunpowder in warfare.