Shaken for a long time by internal turmoil and the weakening of central authority, the state was driven into a deep crisis. This development led to political fragmentation in Iran and ushered in a period that paved the way for Ottoman and Russian interventions in the region and for the rise of Nader Shah.
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Frequently asked questions
- What was Fall of the Safavids?
- The collapse of the Safavid state became evident in 1722 when the capital, Isfahan, was besieged and captured by Afghan forces.
- When did Fall of the Safavids happen?
- 1722 CE
- Where did Fall of the Safavids take place?
- İran