 These "asbaran" factions settled in various places in the newly established Muslim territories, where they each become known by several names, the most known and prominent faction being the "asawira", who under their leader Siyah settled in the newly established settlement of Basra.Marc Massion

Marc Massion (born 12 November 1935) is a former member of the Senate of France, representing the Seine-Maritime department.He is a member of the Socialist Party.