Qatar’s Amiri Diwan has announced the passing of His Highness the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who died on Sunday at the age of 74.
In an official statement, the Amiri Diwan said: “With hearts believing in God’s will and decree, the Amiri Diwan mourns the great loss of the nation, His Highness the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who passed away this morning, 27 Muharram 1448 AH, corresponding to July 12, 2026, at the age of 74.”
Doha has declared a four-day period of public mourning, from July 12 to 15. During the mourning period, flags will fly at half-mast across Qatar, while ministries, government agencies and public institutions will remain closed from July 13, with official work resuming on July 19.
Sheikh Hamad served as the Amir of Qatar from 1995 to 2013 before voluntarily transferring power to his son, His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani.
During his reign, Qatar underwent significant political, economic, and social transformation, emerging as a prominent regional and international player.
