The article examines the Aksu battle, an important event in the history of Fergana, based on historical sources and literature. The political events in pre-war Fergana are reflected in the conflict between the interests of the Arab Caliphate, the Tang Empire, Tibet and the Turkish Khanate in the valley. The influence of the events that took place in Fergana in 715-716 on the Battle of Aksu is also described. The issues including Qutayba ibn Muslim's march into the valley in 715, the fled of the Ikhshid of Fergana to the province of Ansi as a result and his seeking military assistance from the Tang Empire, Abdullah Yashkuri's departure to Aksu through Fergana, his being taken captive by the Chinese, and the Turkashes taking control of northern Fergana are studied.