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Letter: Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani obituary

Andrew M Rosemarine writes: Passport confiscation for the large numbers of migrant workers was commonplace

The Guardian - UK

Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani obituary

Emir of Qatar who implemented a written constitution, introduced democratic municipal elections, funded Al Jazeera and secured the World Cup for 2022

The Guardian - UK

More world leaders arrive in Doha to honour Qatar's former emir

European delegations continued to arrive in Qatar on the third day of national mourning, with France, Germany and Britain among those sending senior representatives, as Iran's foreign minister, the UAE president, Jordan's king and Palestinian president also paid their respects.

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World leaders gather in Doha to honour Qatar's Father Emir Sheikh Hamad

Leaders from Europe, Africa and Asia travelled to Doha to offer condolences to the royal family following the death of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who served as Qatar's emir from 1995 until 2013.

Euronews

Kerala observes state mourning following demise of Qatar's Father Amir

Kerala is observing state mourning following the demise of Qatar's Father Amir. The Union government issued directions for this observance across the state. National Flags are being flown at half-mast at all regular locations. No official entertainment or celebratory state functions will occur during this period. District Collectors and department…

The Economic Times

Who Has a Higher Net Worth: The British or Qatari Royal Family?

The wealth gap between Britain's monarchy and Qatar's Al Thani family is highlighted following condolences from Buckingham Palace, revealing stark differences in funding and estimated wealth.

International Business Times UK

Qatar declares 4 days of mourning, suspends public sector work over death of former Emir Sheikh Hamad

Qatar has declared four days of national mourning following the death of former Emir and Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who died at the age of 74.

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Qatar’s former Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani passes away at 74

Former Qatar Emir and Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani has died at the age of 74.

The Times of India

Former Qatar ruler Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani dies aged 74

Sheikh Hamad was known for having helped bring about huge economic, social, and cultural change in Qatar during his reign and helping establish the nation as a global player in diplomacy and investment.

Euronews

Qatar’s former ruler who abdicated after turning tiny Arab nation into global powerhouse dies at 74

Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani mastermind the Persian Gulf state’s transformation from a quiet backwater into an influential international crossroads in less than a generation

The Independent UK

Qatar's former ruler Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani has died at age 74, state news agency says

Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani has died at age 74

The Independent UK

Qatar makes Venice Biennale debut with pavilion built on collaboration, food and live art

Led by artist Rirkrit Tiravanija, the project brings together artists, musicians and chefs from across the Arab world.

Euronews

World Cup 2022 party quickly loses its fizz as Qatar freeze on biggest stage and fans flock to exits

Twelve years and infinite controversies later, yet somehow still a day earlier than planned, this World Cup is finally underway.

Evening Standard

Reflecting on a modern Qatar during a World Cup game with friends

Friends discuss how much their country has changed while watching their home team Qatar take on Ecuador.

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The Independent UK

Qatar opens the World Cup with a message of inclusion

The World Cup began in Qatar 12 years after the tiny gulf nation secured the rights

The Independent UK

Qatar at World Cup pinnacle after years of Mideast turmoil

Hosting the World Cup marks a pinnacle in Qatar’s efforts to rise out of the shadow of its larger neighbors in the wider Middle East

ABC News

Qatar royal family company accused of covering up migrants' exploitative working conditions ahead of FIFA World Cup

Migrant workers have faced dangerously unsafe working conditions while building infrastructure in Doha for the FIFA World Cup, and a new report identifies a company owned by the Qatari royal family as among the worst offenders.

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