Sheikh Hamad, who ruled Qatar from 1995 to 2013, was a key architect of the energy-rich country’s development.Qatar’s Father Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani has died at the age of 74, the country’s Amiri Diwan said.“With hearts steadfast in faith in God’s decree and destiny, the Amiri Diwan mourns the great loss to the nation of the late – may God have mercy on him – His Highness the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who passed away this morning,” the Amiri Diwan said in a statement on Sunday.Sheikh Hamad, who ruled Qatar from 1995 to 2013, was a key architect of the energy-rich country’s stunning ambitions.During his reign, the country saw economic, social and cultural development that bolstered its status in the international community.More to come…
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SUN · 2026-07-12 · 05:15 GMTBRIEF NSR-2026-0712-92331
NSR-2026-0712-92331News Report·EN·Human Interest
Former Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, dies at 74
Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the former Emir of Qatar, has died at the age of 74. The Amiri Diwan announced his passing on Sunday, mourning the loss to the nation.
Al JazeeraFiled 2026-07-12 · 05:15 GMTLean · CenterRead · 1 min
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Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the former Emir of Qatar, has died at the age of 74. The Amiri Diwan announced his passing on Sunday, mourning the loss to the nation. Sheikh Hamad ruled Qatar from 1995 to 2013 and is credited as a key architect of the country's development. During his leadership, Qatar experienced significant economic, social, and cultural advancements, enhancing its international standing.
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Sheikh Hamad ruled Qatar from 1995 to 2013.
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Former Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, has died at the age of 74.
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