DOHA, Qatar — Funeral prayers for Qatar’s late Father Emir, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, were held at the Imam Muhammad bin Abdul Wahhab Mosque in Doha on Sunday, following his death at the age of 74.

The funeral was led by the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, who also headed the funeral procession before his father was laid to rest at Lusail Cemetery. Members of the ruling Al Thani family, senior government officials, and other dignitaries attended the ceremony.

The Amiri Diwan announced the death of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani on the morning of July 12, 2026, confirming that the funeral and burial would take place later the same day.

Following the announcement, the Amiri Diwan declared four days of national mourning across Qatar in honor of the late Father Emir.

It also announced that Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani will receive condolences from heads of state, members of the ruling family, senior officials, and citizens at Lusail Palace on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday.

Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani played a pivotal role in shaping modern Qatar during his years in power, overseeing significant political, economic, and infrastructure development. After leading the country for nearly two decades, he voluntarily transferred power to his son, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, in 2013.

His death prompted condolences from within Qatar and from the international community, while official mourning ceremonies and the reception of foreign delegations are expected to continue over the coming days.