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Did Justinian plot against Tiberius II before his reign as emperor?

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Yes, Justinian did plot against Tiberius II before his reign as emperor. Justinian was a general in the Byzantine army and had close ties to the imperial family. He was ambitious and wanted to become emperor himself. He conspired with other generals and officials to overthrow Tiberius II, but their plot was discovered and Justinian was arrested.
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