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Qatar’s former leader Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa dies at 74

Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa, the former ruler of Qatar, has died at the age of 74. He served as Emir of Qatar from 1995 until his brother, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, took over in 2013. The announcement was made by Qatari state media, which noted his contributions to the country's development during his tenure. His death marks the passing of a significant figure in Qatar's recent history.

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Qatar’s former leader Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa dies at 74

Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa, the former ruler of Qatar, has died at the age of 74. He served as Emir of Qatar from 1995 until his brother, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, took over in 2013. The announcement was made by Qatari state media, which noted his contributions to the country's development during his tenure. His death marks the passing of a significant figure in Qatar's recent history.

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