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Qatar’s former leader Hamad bin Khalifa dies at 74
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Qatar’s government yesterday announced the death of former leader Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who led the country from 1995 to 2013. He was 74.
“With hearts steadfast in faith in Allah’s decree and destiny, the Bureau of the Emir mourns the great loss to the nation of the late — may Allah have mercy on him — His Highness the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani,” read a statement published by the emir’s office.
Qatari officials said funeral prayers were due to be held yesterday evening along with several days of public mourning across the country.
