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Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani
former Emir of Qatar (1995–2013)
January 1, 1952 - July 12, 2026 (Age 74)
Source: Wikipedia public record
He was the ruling Emir of Qatar from 1995 until 2013 when he abdicated the throne, handing power to his fourth son Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, who was born to his second wife, Moza bint Nassir.
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He was the ruling Emir of Qatar from 1995 until 2013 when he abdicated the throne, handing power to his fourth son Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, who was born to his second wife, Moza bint Nassir. Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani died on July 12, 2026. This memorial record includes life dates, public details, and ways for family, friends, and reade...
- Died
- July 12, 2026
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- Public record (Wikipedia): Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani
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- 1995He was the ruling Emir of Qatar from 1995 until 2013 when he abdica...
He was the ruling Emir of Qatar from 1995 until 2013 when he abdicated the throne, handing power to his fourth son Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, who was born to his second wife, Moza bint Nassir.
- 1996The Sheikh founded news media group Al Jazeera in 1996
The Sheikh founded news media group Al Jazeera in 1996, and also played a part in negotiations between the U.S.
- 2006During his reign, several sports and diplomatic events took place i...
During his reign, several sports and diplomatic events took place in Qatar, including the 2006 Asian Games, 2012 UN Climate Change Conference, Doha Agreement, Fatah–Hamas Doha Agreement, and the decision to hold the 2022 FIFA World Cup in the country.
- 2013By 2013, it had invested over $100 billion around the world, includ...
By 2013, it had invested over $100 billion around the world, including The Shard, Barclays Bank, Heathrow Airport, Harrods, Paris Saint-Germain F.C., Volkswagen, Siemens, and Royal Dutch Shell.
- July 12, 2026Died
Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani died at age 74.
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The Qatari government refers to him as the Father Emir.
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