Former Qatari Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani Dies at 74
Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the former Emir of Qatar and a pivotal figure in the nation's modern development, has passed away at the age of 74. His reign from 1995 to 2013 saw significant economic, social, and cultural advancements, elevating Qatar's global standing. He was instrumental in transforming Qatar into the world's largest exporter of liquefied natural gas and establishing Al Jazeera.