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How Sheikh Hamad revolutionised Arab media through Al Jazeera
The late father emir broke the regional monopoly of state-controlled broadcasting and challenged Western media hegemony.
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The late Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani’s legacy on women’s reform
Qatar’s late Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani’s 18-year rule brought pivotal changes towards women empowerment.
Published On 13 Jul 2026
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Al Jazeera bids farewell to founder Sheikh Hamad
Al Jazeera bids farewell to founder Sheikh Hamad
Published On 13 Jul 2026
Sheikh Hamad: The Arab leader who broke Israel’s siege on Gaza
A look at Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani’s enduring legacy of solidarity and support for the Palestinian people.
How former Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani built Qatar’s economy
Sheikh Hamad, who passed away aged 74 on Sunday, reshaped Qatar’s economy by building lasting wealth and growth.
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The man who changed the Arab world
Former Emir of Qatar Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani has died at age 74.
Published On 12 Jul 2026
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Thousands gather to bid farewell to Qatar’s Father Emir Sheikh Hamad
Thousands gathered in Doha to bid farewell to Qatar’s Father Emir, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani.
Published On 12 Jul 2026
Qatar’s Father Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani laid to rest in Doha
Sheikh Hamad, who ruled the Gulf state from 1995 to 2013, is buried after a simple Islamic ceremony.
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Funeral prayers held for Qatar’s Father Emir Sheikh Hamad
Funeral prayers have been held for the Father Emir, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, at Qatar’s national mosque.
Published On 12 Jul 2026
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‘Sheikh Hamad will be fondly remembered across the Gulf’
‘Sheikh Hamad will be fondly remembered across the Gulf’
Published On 12 Jul 2026
