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The Songhai Empire's Diplomatic Dance with the Ottoman World
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore a surprising chapter of Songhai history: the empire's diplomatic outreach to the Ottoman Empire and the wider Muslim world. While most discussions focus on Songhai's conflicts with Morocco, this conversation turns to the letters, envoys, and alliances that shaped West African foreign policy in the 16th century. Discover how Askia Muhammad and his successors navigated the complex politics of the Mediterranean and the Sahara, from seeking Ottoman military aid against Morocco to fostering religious ties with the sharifs of Mecca and Cairo…
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