What about the Battle of Dhat al-Sawari?
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"Dhat al-Sawari" (The Battle of the Masts) was a naval battle that took place in the year 35 AH (655 CE) between the Muslims, led by Abdullah ibn Saad ibn Abi al-Sarh, and the Byzantines, led by Constans II. It concluded with a Muslim victory, marking the end of Byzantine control over the Mediterranean Sea.
Al-Mas'udi, Ibn al-Athir, and Ibn A'tham described the details of the battle, clarifying the size of the participating fleets and the steadfastness and patience of the Muslims in fighting until victory was achieved and Constans was defeated.
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