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The 4 pages that link to Selim II, each with the reason it gives.
Hürrem SultanBroader topic: Hürrem's son succeeded Suleiman, though she died before his accession.
Mimar SinanRelated: His patronage enabled Sinan’s celebrated commission at Edirne.
Mihrimah SultanRelated: Her brother’s accession preserved her influence after Suleiman’s death.
Murad IIIRelated: Selim’s death brought Murad to the throne in 1574.