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Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa, Ruler Who Transformed Qatar, Dies at 74

Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa, the ruler who transformed Qatar, has died at 74, leaving behind a nation with immense natural gas wealth and global influence.

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Under Sheikh Hamad, the tiny nation of Qatar developed immense natural gas wealth and cultivated influence far beyond its borders.

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Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa, Ruler Who Transformed Qatar, Dies at 74NYTimes – World
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Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa, Ruler Who Transformed Qatar, Dies at 74

Under Sheikh Hamad, the tiny nation of Qatar developed immense natural gas wealth and cultivated influence far beyond its borders.

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Former Qatar ruler Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani dies aged 74

Sheikh Hamad was known for having helped bring about huge economic, social, and cultural change in Qatar during his reign and helping establish the nation as a global player in diplomacy and investment.

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