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Tsar Ivan IV (the Terrible) dies. He is succeeded by his infirm son Fyodor, who gives up most of his powers to his brother-in-law and successor Boris Godunov. Reigning until 1598, Fyodor is the last ruler of the Rurik dynasty, founded circa 862.
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