Zarif Pasha tried to place the blame for the defeat on Guyon. Guyon, however, had many supporters including at least two foreign correspondents; Zarif Pasha's aide-de-camp, Count de Melfray; and Şükrü Pasha of the Turkish army, all who defended the Englishman's battle plan and conduct.
Zarif Pasha attempted to shift responsibility onto Guyon. However, Guyon had a strong backing from at least two foreign correspondents; Zarif Pasha's deputy, Count de Melfray; and Şükrü Pasha of the Turkish army, who defended the Englishman's battle strategy and behavior.