On the 7th of Muharram, the Umayyad forces cut off the caravan's access to the river, leaving Hussain’s family—including small children—to suffer from extreme thirst for three days. The Battle of Ashura (October 10, 680 CE)
: For millions of Muslims, Karbala represents a struggle against tyranny and injustice. Today, the city of Karbala is a holy site housing the Shrine of Imam Hussain , visited by millions every year. history of karbala pdf