Antiochus XII Dionysus, King (persia (antiquity)) : All Data

Antiochus XII Dionysus was the ruler of the Seleucid Kingdom from -87 to -82. During his reign, he faced significant challenges, including the Mithridatic Wars. The First Mithridatic War, which lasted from -89 to -85, and the Second Mithridatic War, which took place from -83 to -81, were the most important conflicts that occurred during his tenure. These wars were fought against Mithridates VI of Pontus, who sought to expand his influence and challenge Seleucid authority. Antiochus XII Dionysus had to navigate these turbulent times and defend his kingdom against the ambitious Mithridates VI.