When Abu Sufyaan had learnt of Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam) setting out to intercept his caravan, he had sent Damdam Ghifaari to Makkah to alert the Quraish and request their assistance. Damdam Ghifaari arrived in Makkah and conveyed Abu Sufyaan’s message saying, “Your caravan is in danger and at risk! Rush out and quickly save the caravan which is carrying your wealth!”