Qatar's former ruler Sheikh Hamad dies
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Source: The Korea Herald
Published: 2026-07-13 11:03 UTC+10:00
Section: All News
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Culture & Entertainment, Media, World News, Business & Economy
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DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who as ruler of Qatar transformed the tiny Persian Gulf nation into a global player in diplomacy, media and investment, and then shattered tradition by voluntarily turning over power to his son, has died, state media reported. He was 74.The state-run Qatar News Agency reported his death.
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