Kuwait declares four days of mourning for Qatar’s Father Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, honouring the former ruler’s legacy and regional influence.

Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani has died at age 74. The state-run Qatar News Agency reported his death without offering a cause.

Sheikh Hamad, who ruled Qatar from 1995 to 2013, was a key architect of the energy-rich Gulf country's development.

Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the former emir of Qatar who transformed the Gulf nation into a global hub for diplomacy, media and investment, has died at 74, state media…

Qatar: Amiri Diwan announces death of Amir

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

Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani ruled Qatar from 1995 to 2013