What was the purpose for the third crusade?

The Third Crusade (1189-1192) aimed to reclaim Jerusalem and the Holy Land from Muslim control, following its capture by Saladin in 1187. It was initiated in response to Pope Gregory VIII's call to action and featured prominent leaders like Richard the Lionheart, Philip II of France, and Frederick I Barbarossa. Although the crusaders achieved some military successes, they ultimately failed to retake Jerusalem, leading to a negotiated settlement that allowed Christian pilgrims access to the city.