Uqba ibn Abi Mu'ayt was a prominent figure in early Islamic history, known for his opposition to the Prophet Muhammad and the message of Islam. He was a member of the Quraysh tribe in Mecca and played a significant role in the persecution of early Muslims. Uqba was particularly notorious for his hostility towards Bilal, a former slave and one of the first converts to Islam. During the Battle of Badr in 624 CE, Uqba was captured by Muslim forces. He was later executed, marking a significant moment in the conflict between the early Muslims and the Quraysh. His death symbolized the shifting power dynamics in the region as Islam began to gain strength.