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(King)
Psamtik I was the inaugural pharaoh of the Twenty-sixth Dynasty of Egypt, ruling from Sais in the Nile delta. Initially appointed by Ashurbanipal of the Neo-Assyrian Empire, he eventually secured autonomy as the Assyrian Empire waned. Psamtik I skillfully managed political intricacies, consolidating authority against Kushite rulers of the Twenty-fifth Dynasty. He guided Egypt through a period of change, blending Assyrian influences with Egyptian customs. His reign represented a crucial juncture in Egypt's narrative, characterized by strategic partnerships and endeavors to preserve sovereignty.
