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Neo-Assyrian Empire
The Neo-Assyrian Empire became the largest empire the world had yet seen, stretching from Iran to Egypt at its peak. It was known for its powerful army, deportation policies and great capitals such as Nineveh. A coalition of Babylonians and Medes destroyed it between 612 and 609 BCE.
Key facts
| Dates | 911 – 609 BCE |
|---|---|
| Region | Mesopotamia & Levant |
| Continent | Asia, Africa |
| Capitals | Assur, Kalhu (Nimrud), Dur-Sharrukin, Nineveh |
| Founder | Adad-nirari II |
| Religion(s) | Mesopotamian religion |
| Peak extent | ≈ 1.4 million km² (c. 670 BCE) – source |
Before & after
Preceded by
Middle Assyrian Empire Kingdom of Israel (Samaria) Aram-Damascus Kingdom of Carchemish
Followed by
Neo-Babylonian Empire Median Empire Saite Egypt (Twenty-sixth Dynasty)
In the Islamic timeline
- Prophet Yunus (Dhun-Nun) (AS) — Yunus is traditionally associated with Nineveh, the Assyrian capital (dating disputed).
- Prophet Ilyas (AS) — Assyria was the dominant power in the Levant during the 9th century BCE prophets of Israel (traditional identification).
- Prophet Al-Yasa' (AS) — Contemporary of 9th-century BCE Assyrian expansion into the Levant (traditional identification).
Sources
Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.