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Former Qatari ruler Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani dies at 74

The former emir, credited with modernising Qatar and establishing the nation as a significant international force in diplomacy and investment, has died at the age of 74.

By 12 Jul 2026 · 07:00 CET Updated 12 Jul 2026 · 07:00 CET

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According to Euronews, former Qatari ruler Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani has passed away at the age of 74. During his reign, he was widely recognised for driving substantial economic, social, and cultural transformations within the nation.

His leadership was instrumental in positioning Qatar as a prominent global player in both international diplomacy and large-scale investment sectors. No further details regarding his death were provided in the initial report.

Source: Euronews. Read the original report ↗

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