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Former Qatari Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani Dies at 74
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First reported by Behadrei Haredim · 2 hours ago
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Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, former Emir of Qatar and key figure in the country's rise, died at 74. He founded Al Jazeera, secured the 2022 World Cup hosting, and engaged in historic diplomacy with Gaza and Israel before ties with Israel were cut.
- 01Former Qatari Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani dies at age 74.
- 02He founded Al Jazeera in 1996, boosting Qatar's global influence.
- 03Qatar won the 2022 FIFA World Cup hosting rights during his reign.
- 04In 2012, he visited Gaza, highlighting Qatar's support for Palestinians.
- 05He pursued diplomatic ties with Israel in 2007 but relations ended after 2008 conflict.
- 06Reports allege Qatar offered economic and military support to Iran during war.
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