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İskender Pasha

İskender Pasha (also known as İskender Pasha of the Ottoman Empire) was a notable 16th-century Ottoman statesman and military leader. He served as a governor in various provinces and was instrumental in the empire's territorial expansion. His most famous achievement was during the battle of Mohacs in 1526, where he played a key role in the Ottoman victory over the Kingdom of Hungary. Beyond military success, he was recognized for his administrative capabilities and contributions to trade and finance in the regions he governed, helping to strengthen the empire's economy and political power during its peak.