Siege of Nisibis (350)

Third siege of Nisibis
Part of the Perso-Roman wars of 337–361

The Battle of Nisibis in 350 CE based on Julian's, Orationes, III 11-13. 30.
Date350 AD, siege lasted for 4 months (100–160 days)
Location
Nisibis, modern-day Nusaybin
Result Roman victory
Belligerents
Roman Empire
Local Christians
Sasanian Empire
Commanders and leaders
Lucillianus (?) Shapur II
Casualties and losses
Unknown Heavy
20,000
All equipment lost

The Third siege of Nisibis in 350 AD is yet another unsuccessful attempt at regaining the city of Nisibis (modern Nusaybin) by the Sassanid "king of kings" (Shahanshah) Shapur II.