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Nicholas's Decline
- After Rasputin's murder, Tsar Nicholas became a shell of his former self.
- He was detached, anxious, and struggled to fulfill his duties.
Backfired Assassination
- The assassination backfired; Nicholas defended Alexandra more fiercely.
- He saw critics as liars and murderers, deepening their isolation.
Golitsyn's Appointment
- Nicholas appointed Golitsyn as Prime Minister, despite Golitsyn's self-professed inadequacy.
- Golitsyn's previous role was with a charity run by Alexandra.