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Mursilis III

Hittite king

Also known as: Urhi-Teshub, Urkhi-Teshub

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Hattusilis III’s opposition

In Hattusilis III
…overthrowing his nephew Urhi-Teshub (Mursilis III).
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Hittite history

In Anatolia: The Hittite empire to c. 1180 bce
…by his son, Urhi-Teshub (Mursilis III), the boy’s uncle became a rival to the throne and, after a seven-year quarrel, forced him into exile in Syria.
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Muwatallis’ successor

In Muwatallis
…after Muwatallis’ son, Urhi-Teshub (Mursilis III), succeeded him, Hattusilis revolted and seized the throne.
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