Qatar's Father Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani is being remembered for his strong solidarity with the Palestinian people, notably being the only Arab leader to physically break the siege on Gaza in 2012 and funding significant reconstruction projects.
Qatar's Father Emir Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Thani has died at 74. His 18-year rule transformed the nation into a global energy and investment powerhouse, leveraging vast gas wealth into a diversified economy with high per capita income and significant sovereign wealth fund assets.
El ex emir de Qatar, Hamad bin Jalifa Al Thani, falleció a los 74 años. Durante su reinado de 18 años, transformó el país de un pequeño estado petrolero a una potencia regional, creando el fondo soberano QIA y la cadena Al Jazeera.
Der frühere Emir von Katar, Hamad bin Chalifa Al Thani, ist im Alter von 74 Jahren gestorben. Er regierte das Land fast 20 Jahre, modernisierte es und baute seinen diplomatischen Einfluss aus.
Funeral prayers were held for the Father Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who died at 74. The prayers took place after sunset on Sunday at the Imam Muhammad ibn Abd al-Wahhab Mosque in Doha, followed by his burial at Lusail Cemetery. Official mourning lasts until Wednesday.
India announced a one-day national mourning on July 13, 2026, following the death of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the Father Emir of Qatar. The national flag will be flown at half-mast, and official entertainment will be canceled as a mark of respect for the former ruler, who passed away at 74.
Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who died at 74, transformed Qatar from a resource-rich but marginal state into a globally relevant diplomatic and media power. His 18-year reign utilized immense wealth to build influence through Al Jazeera, Qatar Airways, and mediation efforts, making the nation indispensable.
Late Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani transformed Qatar from a small state into a regional power through investments in soft power, media (Al Jazeera), and diplomacy, mediating complex disputes and fostering international influence.
Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the former emir of Qatar who transformed the nation into a wealthy and influential state, has died at 74. He ruled from 1995 to 2013, overseeing significant economic growth, the launch of Al Jazeera, and hosting the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
Qatar is observing four days of national mourning after the death of former Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, aged 74. Flags will fly at half-mast, and government work will be suspended from July 13-19. Sheikh Hamad transformed Qatar into a regional economic power during his 1995-2013 reign.
Former Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, has died at 74. Known as the Father Emir, he ruled from 1995-2013, overseeing significant economic, social, and cultural reforms, transforming Qatar into a major LNG exporter and boosting its global profile.
È deceduto all'età di 74 anni lo Sceicco Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, padre dell'attuale emiro del Qatar. Fu emiro dal 1995 al 2013, trasformando il piccolo emirato in un protagonista regionale e internazionale.
Qatar's Amiri Diwan announced the death of former Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who ruled from 1995 to 2013. He is remembered as a key architect of modern Qatar, credited with rapid economic growth and global expansion. World leaders offered condolences.
Sheikh Hamad bin Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani has purchased Villa Certosa in Sardinia for €350 million. The estate, larger than Vatican City, features an artificial volcano, an underground sea cave, seven swimming pools, and 126 rooms. It is reportedly being transformed into a luxury resort.
Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the former emir of Qatar and father of the current ruler, has died at the age of 74. The Amiri Diwan announced his passing on Sunday, remembering him as a "great leader" who oversaw significant economic, social, and cultural changes in the nation.
Un juzgado de Málaga ordena la búsqueda y detención europea del jeque Al Thani y sus hijos por apropiación indebida y administración desleal. La familia no ha comparecido ante la justicia española y se teme que eludan la acción judicial.
Un juzgado de Málaga ordena la búsqueda y detención europea del jeque Abdullah Al Thani y sus hijos por apropiación indebida, administración desleal y acuerdos abusivos. La familia no tiene domicilio fijo y ha eludido a la justicia española.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar lauded Qatar's mediation in US-Iran talks. During his visit, Jaishankar met Qatari PM Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani to discuss bilateral relations, energy, trade, and regional issues.
Katar'ın başkenti Doha'da ABD ve İran arasında nükleer mesele, Hürmüz Boğazı ve dondurulmuş fonların iadesi gibi konuları ele alan teknik görüşmeler başladı. Üst düzey yetkililer arasında yüz yüze görüşme olmayacağı belirtildi.
L'inviato UE Luigi Di Maio incontra a Doha Al Thani per sostenere la mediazione del Qatar tra USA e Iran. Trump annuncia un incontro a Doha, ma Teheran smentisce negoziati diretti. Accordi su Hormuz e sblocco fondi USA.
Hamad bin Jassim Al Thani, ex primo ministro del Qatar e figura di spicco del fondo sovrano qatariota, ha acquistato Villa Certosa da Silvio Berlusconi per 350 milioni di dollari. Al Thani, con un patrimonio stimato di 5 miliardi di dollari, ha guidato la Qatar Investment Authority e ha giocato un ruolo chiave nella proiezione internazionale del Qatar.
Following a deadly blast at Qatar's Ras Laffan Industrial City gas facility, PM Modi spoke with Emir Al Thani. The incident killed 13 people, including 12 Indian nationals, and injured 66 others. India is working with Qatari authorities on victim identification and repatriation.
Marco Rubio visita aliados dos EUA no Golfo para acalmar receios sobre um acordo com o Irã que não limita mísseis balísticos e prevê fundo de reconstrução. A viagem busca equilibrar o apoio aos aliados com a manutenção da política de Trump.
Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani condemned Israel's actions in Lebanon, stating that Benjamin Netanyahu is attempting to escalate regional tensions. He highlighted the killing of around 100 Lebanese people and called for an end to the occupation of Lebanese territory.
