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Aetios
Byzantine eunuch official · Politicians
Aetios or Aetius was a Byzantine eunuch official and one of the most trusted advisers of Byzantine empress Irene of Athens. After Irene's rise to sole rule, Aetios developed an intense rivalry with her eunuch chief minister Staurakios. After Staurakios's death, Aetios became the leading man in the state.
Aetios is read about 11 times a day, in 8 languages.
A typical day, 30 days to 15 June 2026
The middle day of the days counted, so one week of news cannot move it. The line under it is the last 60 days, one point a day.
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About this person
He plotted to usurp the throne for his brother, Leo, but lost power when Irene was deposed in 802.
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased