What was the main cause of the Fatimid setbacks in Syria?
Seljuk advance
Byzantine attacks
Internal strife
Economic issues
Answer
The Seljuk advance was the primary reason for the Fatimids' setbacks in Syria. The Seljuks, a powerful nomadic tribe from Central Asia, began expanding westward in the 11th century, conquering vast territories in the Middle East. Their military prowess and strategic maneuvering proved too formidable for the Fatimids, who were unable to effectively resist the Seljuk onslaught.
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