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King Priam ordered the killing of his son Alexandros, also known as Paris, due to the prophecy that foretold he would bring ruin to Troy. Paris's actions, particularly his abduction of Helen, the wife of Menelaus, ignited the Trojan War, leading to widespread destruction. Although Priam ultimately did not carry out the order, the decision reflects the dire consequences of fate and the tragic nature of familial loyalty in the face of impending doom.

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