Ex-Qatari emir Sheikh Hamad dies at 74

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Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the former emir of Qatar who played a pivotal role in transforming the country into a major global player in diplomacy, energy, and media, has died at the age of 74, as announced by Qatar's royal court.

Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the former emir who transformed Qatar from a small state into a major player in global diplomacy, energy and media, has died at the age of 74, the country's royal court announced on Sunday.