The largest Muslim sultanates in Ethiopia was

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The largest Muslim sultanate in the history of Ethiopia was the Sultanate of Adal. The Sultanate of Adal reached its peak in the 16th century under the leadership of Ahmad ibn Ibrahim al-Ghazi, often referred to as Ahmad Gragn (Ahmad the Left-handed). During this period, Adal managed to pose a significant challenge to the Christian Ethiopian Empire, launching a series of military campaigns that led to extensive battles. Ahmad Gragn's efforts temporarily shifted the balance of power in the region until he was eventually defeated and killed in battle in 1543. The Sultanate of Adal was a significant political and military power in the Horn of Africa and played a crucial role in the history and development of the region.