Quick Info
| Profession | Former Emir of Qatar |
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| Nationality | Qatari |
| Date of Birth | 01/01/1952 |
| Age | 74 years (died on 12, Jul, 2026) |
| Birthplace | Doha, Qatar |
| Date of Death | 12/07/2026 |
Latest News about Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani
12/07/2026
Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani died in Doha on 12 July 2026 at the age of 74. Reports identified him as the former Emir of Qatar who ruled from 1995 to 2013 and later held the title of Father Emir after abdication.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Member of Qatar's royal family, the House of Thani, and former ruling Emir from 1995 to 2013. |
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| Title | Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani |
Family
| Father | Khalifa bin Hamad Al Thani |
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| Spouse | Moza bint Nassir (second wife, mother of Tamim) |
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Career
| Role | Ruling Emir of Qatar |
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| Period | 1995–2013 |
| Key Event | Abdicated throne in 2013, handing power to son Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He is the father of the current Emir of Qatar, Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani[1] | |
| 2. He was born in Doha in 1952[2][3] | |
| 3. He founded Al Jazeera news network in 1996 | |
| 4. He is known for his support of education and cultural development in Qatar |