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It is with profound sorrow that I extend my heartfelt condolences on the passing of the Father Amir of Qatar, His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. His Highness was a respected leader who dedicated many years of service to Qatar and whose legacy will endure both in Qatar and beyond. He was also a valued friend of the United Kingdom and helped build the close partnership our two countries enjoy today. Sheikh Hamad’s leadership will be remembered for its vision, wisdom, and selfless com…

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has issued a directive (No. 14/2026) ordering the national flag to be flown at half-mast for one day, from 12:00 p.m. on Monday, 13 July 2026, until 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, 14 July 2026, in mourning following the passing of His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, former Amir of the State of Qatar. The decision was made in recognition of the long-standing ties of friendship between the Maldives and Qatar. It also serves as a gesture of appreciation for the clos…

His Excellency President Dr Mohamed Muizzu departed for the State of Qatar this morning on an official visit. The visit is being undertaken to pay respects on behalf of the people of the Maldives and himself, to His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar, the Royal Family, and the brotherly people of Qatar, following the passing of His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, former Amir of the State of Qatar, yesterday. Other foreign dignitaries are also expec…

His Highness the Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani received His Excellency Dr. Nawaf Salam, Prime Minister of the sisterly Republic of Lebanon, who offered condolences to His Highness, “may God protect him” on the death of the late, God willing, His Highness the Father Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, at Lusail Palace this morning. Also at the reception were His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Thani, the Deputy Emir, His Excellency Sheikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Thani, and His Highne…

His Highness the Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, may God protect him, received the crowds mourning the death of the late, God willing, His Highness the Father Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, at Lusail Palace this morning. His Highness received  “may God protect him” Their Excellencies the sheikhs, ministers, notables, distinguished citizens and members of the diplomatic corps accredited to the state, who expressed their sincere condolences and sympathy on the death of the great dec…

His Highness the Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani participated in the funeral ceremony of the body of the late, God willing, His Highness the Father Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, may God have mercy on him, in the Lusail Cemetery today. Also participating in the funeral ceremony were His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Thani, the Deputy Emir, His Excellency Sheikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Thani, His Highness Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Personal Representative of the Emir…

His Highness the Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani performed the funeral prayer for the late, God willing, deceased of the great nation, His Highness the Father Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, “may God have mercy on him,” at the Imam Muhammad bin Abdul Wahhab Mosque today. The prayer, which was held after the Maghrib prayer, was also performed by His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Thani, the Deputy Emir, His Excellency Sheikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Thani, His Highness Sheikh Jass…

Doha, July 13 (SANA)– PresidentAhmad al-Sharaaarrived in the Qatari capital, Doha, on Monday to offer condolences following the demise of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, father of Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani. President al-Sharaa was accompanied by Foreign and Expatriates Minister,Asaad Hassan al-Shibani, Minister of Culture, Mohammad Yassin al-Saleh, and Minister of Tourism Mazen al-Salhani. TheQatari Amiri Diwanannounced on Sunday morning the death of Sheikh Hamad bin Khal…

His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar, received His Excellency President Dr Mohamed Muizzu in audience this afternoon at Lusail Palace in Doha, Qatar. During the audience, President Dr Muizzu reiterated, on behalf of the people of the Maldives, his condolences following the passing of His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, former Amir of the State of Qatar. The Amir and the President also discussed the longstanding brotherly ties between the Maldives…

His Highness the Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani received his brother, His Excellency President Ahmed Al-Sharaa, President of the sisterly Syrian Arab Republic, who offered condolences to His Highness, “may God protect him” on the death of the late, God willing, His Highness the Father Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, at Lusail Palace this evening. Also at the reception were His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Thani, the Deputy Emir, His Highness Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Tha…

His Highness the Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani received His Excellency Mr. Gianni Infantino, President of the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA), who offered condolences to His Highness, may God protect him, on the death of the late, God willing, His Highness the Father Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, at Lusail Palace this evening. Also at the reception were His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Thani, the Deputy Emir, His Highness Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad…

His Highness the Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani received His Excellency Dr. Abiy Ahmed Ali, Prime Minister of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, who offered condolences to His Highness, may God protect him, on the death of the late, God willing, His Highness the Father Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, at Lusail Palace this evening. Also at the reception were His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Thani, the Deputy Emir, His Highness Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani, th…

His Highness the Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, may God protect him, received more crowds mourning the death of the late, God willing, His Highness the Father Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, at Lusail Palace this evening. His Highness, “may God protect him,” received Their Excellencies Sheikhs, ministers, notables, and groups of citizens, who expressed their sincere condolences, asking God Almighty to rest the deceased in His vast mercy, and to reside in His spacious paradise. A…

His Highness the Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani received His Royal Highness Prince Saud bin Nayef bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Prince of the Eastern Province of the sisterly Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, who offered condolences to His Highness, “may God protect him” on the death of the late, God willing, His Highness the Father Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, at Lusail Palace this evening. Also at the reception were His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Thani, the Deputy Emir, His Highne…

It is with deep sadness that we learned the sad news of the passing of His Highness Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa Al-Thani, Emir Father of the State of Qatar , outstanding Statesman, who contributed decisively to the development of the modern and thriving State of Qatar, as well as to the historic ties of friendship and solidarity between our nations. He was a dear friend of the Cuban people and the Commander in Chief. #Cuba shares the pain that overcomes the friendly Qatari people and extends its he…

Prime Minister Ali Faleh Al-Zaidi : It was with profound sorrow that I received the news of the passing of His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, father of the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani (may he rest in peace). On behalf of the government and people of Iraq, and personally, I extend my deepest condolences to the Emir and the brotherly people of Qatar. We remember the late Sheikh Hamad’s significant role in the major transformations that contributed to Qatar’s emergen…

I learned with great sadness that my dear friend, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the Father Emir of the State of Qatar, passed away. During my time as Prime Minister, I worked together in the international arena; Having contributed greatly to the political, commercial, military, human and cultural relations between Türkiye and the State of Qatar reaching their current level; I wish God's mercy to Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, whose sincere efforts I have witnessed for the peace of the I…

On behalf of Malaysia, I extend my deepest condolences to His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Qatari Royal Family, and the people of the State of Qatar on the passing of His Highness the Father Amir, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. During his 18 years as Amir, Sheikh Hamad transformed Qatar into a nation of global significance. Under his leadership, Qatar achieved remarkable economic progress and emerged as an influential voice in regional and international affairs. His decision…

Prime Minister Ali Faleh Al-Zaidi Extends Condolences to the Amir of Qatar on the Passing of His Father •••••••••• Prime Minister Ali Faleh Al-Zaidi sent a message of condolence today, Sunday, to the Amir of the State of Qatar, His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, on the passing of his father, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who passed away earlier today. In his message, the Prime Minister extended his heartfelt condolences to the brotherly State of Qatar, its government and people, …

Damascus, July 12 (SANA)President Ahmadal-Sharaaon Sunday extended his condolences to Emir SheikhTamim bin Hamad Al Thaniand the people of Qatar following the death of the country’s Father Emir, SheikhHamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. In a statement, President al-Sharaa expressed his “deepest condolences and sincere sympathy” to Sheikh Tamim, the Qatari government and people over the loss. “I extend my deepest condolences and sincere sympathy to my brother, His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Tha…

Damascus, July 12 (SANA)Syria on Sunday expressed its condolences toQatarover the death of former Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, extending its sympathy toEmir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani,the Qatari government and people. In a statement, theSyrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriatesconveyed its “deepest condolences and sincere sympathy” over the passing of the former emir. The ministry said it prayed that God grant him mercy and bestow patience and solace upon his family and…

I extend my deepest condolences and sincere sympathies to the brotherly State of Qatar—its Amir, government, and people—on the passing of His Highness the Father Amir, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, may Allah the Almighty have mercy upon him. We pray that Allah the Almighty envelop him in His boundless mercy and grant Qatar and its people continued security and stability. Indeed, to Allah we belong and to Him we shall return.

His Excellency President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has extended condolences to His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar, following the passing of His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, former Amir of the State of Qatar. In his message, the President expressed profound sorrow upon learning of the passing of His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. He noted that the former Amir's visionary leadership transformed Qatar into a nation of global prominence and …

His Highness the Emir–Father, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al–Thani, passed away today. The President of the Republic presents to His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al–Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar, to his family, to the Qatari authorities as well as to all the Qatari people his most saddened condolences and the assurance of his friendship and that of the French people. During his reign, From 1995 to 2013, Sheikh Hamad, a man with a vision serving the aspirations of his people, was the tireless…

Doha, July 12 (SANA)Qatar’s Amiri Diwanannounced on Sunday the death of formerEmir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani,who died earlir in the day at the age of 74, and declared four days of public mourning across the country. In a statement carried by the Qatar News Agency (QNA), the Amiri Diwan said Sheikh Hamad had made enduring contributions toQatar and the Arab and Islamic worlds. The mourning period began on Sunday, July 12, 2026. Work at ministries, other government agencies, public author…

His Majesty King Abdullah II sent a cable to Qatar Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani expressing condolences over the passing of his father Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. © Royal Hashemite Court 2001 - 2026

President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, on behalf of the people and the Government of Turkmenistan, as well as on his own behalf, sent a condolence message to the Emir of the State of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, over the death of his father, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. the President of Turkmenistan prayed and expressed his heartfelt condolences to Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thana and all the people of the State of Qatar. President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, on behalf of the people a…

His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Thani, the Deputy Emir, sent a cable of congratulations to His Excellency President Ukhnakhagin Khurelsukh, President of Mongolia, on the occasion of his country’s independence anniversary.

His Highness the Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani sent a cable of congratulations to His Excellency Ukhnakhagin Khurelsukh, President of Mongolia, on the occasion of his country’s independence anniversary.

His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Thani, the Deputy Emir, sent a message of condolence to His Highness Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Emir of the sisterly State of Kuwait, on the death of Sheikh Ali Hamoud Al-Salman Al-Hamoud Al-Sabah.

His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Emir of the country, sent a message of condolence to his brother, His Highness Sheikh Meshaal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Emir of the sisterly State of Kuwait, on the death of Sheikh Ali Hamoud Al-Salman Al-Hamoud Al-Sabah.

His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Thani, the Deputy Emir, sent a cable of congratulations to Her Excellency Ms. Cynthia Pratt, Governor General of the Bahamas, on the occasion of her country’s independence anniversary.

His Highness the Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani sent a cable of congratulations to Her Excellency Ms. Cynthia Pratt, Governor General of the Bahamas, on the occasion of her country’s independence anniversary.