World Leaders Gather in Qatar to Pay Tribute to Late Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani BODY: CITY, Qatar – An international assembly of leaders has descended upon Qatar to pay their respects to the late Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, whose reign from 1995 to 2013 was marked by significant economic and social developments.
The gathering at the Lusail Palace reflects the profound impact of the late Emir’s vision and his role in fostering international relations and economic development. Key figures from the Middle East and beyond have participated in the tributes, including Bahrain’s Crown Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, and Kuwait’s Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khalid Al-Hamad Al-Sabah. Their presence underscores the importance of Qatar’s relationships with its neighboring countries.
The Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam and Syrian President Ahmed al — Sharaa also joined the mourners, highlighting the late Emir’s diplomatic reach. International recognition of Sheikh Hamad’s reign was further demonstrated by statements of condolence from leaders such as the UAE’s President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Rwandan President Paul Kagame. Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud was among those who offered prayers for the late Emir’s eternal rest, underscoring the respect he commanded both within the region and internationally.
Leaders from the Arab States of the Gulf, the League of Arab States, and European nations such as Italy and Switzerland also participated in the outpouring of condolences. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni of Italy and Vice President of the Swiss Confederation Ignazio Cassis were among those who visited the Lusail Palace.
The late Emir’s reign was characterized by the nation’s rise as a global sports and cultural hub, and his death has sparked a wave of tributes reflecting on his contributions to Qatar’s growth and stability.
As Qatar’s new Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, assumes the leadership, the world watches with interest to see how the late Emir’s vision will continue to shape the country’s future.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
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Source: aljazeera
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