Who did Justinian unsuccessfully plot against?
Justinian II
Constantine IV
Tiberius II
Maurice
Answer
The assassination plot orchestrated by Justinian I, aiming to eliminate Tiberius II who served as the commander of the Imperial Bodyguard of Justinian's nephew Justin II, ultimately failed. Justinian's motive stemmed from his concerns about Tiberius' rising influence and the potential threat he posed to Justinian's own power. This episode highlights the political intrigue and conflicts that characterized the Byzantine Empire during that era.
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