While the two Turkic groups wore each other down, Byzantium was able to bide its time. Procopius conveys this diplomacy in the words: "The emperor cultivates both sides." It was the tactic of using Turkic tribes against Turkic tribes.
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Frequently asked questions
- What was Justinian Plays Kutrigur vs Utigur — Divide and Rule?
- Emperor Justinian sent gold and gifts to the Utigur chief Sandilkh, asking him to strike the Kutrigurs, and the strategy worked.
- When did Justinian Plays Kutrigur vs Utigur — Divide and Rule happen?
- 549 CE
- Where did Justinian Plays Kutrigur vs Utigur — Divide and Rule take place?
- Konstantinopolis