Ali
Ali is a demonic figure from Persian and Central Asian folklore, belonging to the same class of spirits as the Al and Albasty traditions found across the Caucasus and Turkic regions. These spirits are specifically associated with harming pregnant women, causing miscarriages, and interfering with childbirth. The concept of Ali is deeply rooted in pre-Islamic Persian beliefs and has parallels throughout the Middle East and Central Asia. In Persian tradition, Ali is described as a demon that preys on women during the vulnerable period of pregnancy and childbirth, reflecting ancient explanations f