He returns to the soil of the nation he built: Father Amir’s burial in pictures
Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the former leader who transformed Qatar, was laid to rest at Lusail Cemetery following his death at age 74. The burial ceremony brought together Qatar's ruling family and prompted four days of national mourning, with international delegations traveling to Doha to offer condolences.
Qatar observed the burial of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the founding figure whose leadership shaped the nation's modern development. The ceremony at Lusail Cemetery brought together members of the Al Thani family in a solemn gathering that combined personal grief with national significance.
The death of the former leader marked a pivotal moment in Qatar's contemporary history. His passing prompted an official four-day mourning period during which flags were lowered throughout the country. Multiple nations, including Kuwait, Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates, Jordan, Lebanon, India, and Somalia, declared their own periods of mourning in recognition of his legacy.
Following the burial, Qatar's leadership received international delegations at Lusail Palace. Senior officials from across the Arab world, Islamic nations, and beyond traveled to Doha to express condolences, reflecting the extensive diplomatic relationships established during his tenure.
The funeral gathering included prominent members of Qatar's government and royal family. Present at the ceremony were Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Deputy Amir Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Thani, the Amir's Personal Representative Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, Minister of Interior Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad Al Thani, and other senior family members including Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani and Sheikh Hamad bin Tamim Al Thani.
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