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When Shirkûh approached Egypt, the Crusaders turned back in despair. Amaury also ordered the fleet to return to Akka. When he entered Cairo without encountering any resistance in Shirkûh Rebîülâhir 564/January 1169, the people welcomed him with great enthusiasm. Two days later, the caliph rewarded him in the palace.