Muhammad ibn Abd al-Karim al-Khattabi

Muhammad ibn Abd al-Karim al-Khattabi led Mahdist forces at the Battle of El Teb against a British relief column. Although the Mahdists were defeated, the battle demonstrated their ability to challenge British military power in Sudan.

Al-Khattabi commanded Mahdist forces during the siege of Khartoum. His troops played a key role in the final assault that captured the city and killed General Gordon, contributing to the Mahdist victory.

Following the fall of the Mahdist state, al-Khattabi was captured by British forces. He was taken prisoner and later exiled, ending his military career and role in the Mahdist movement.