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India Declares National Mourning for Qatar's Former Ruler Sheikh Hamad
The Hindu·Monday, 13 July 2026
Qatar's former ruler Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani died at age 74. India declared a one-day national mourning to mark his passing. Sheikh Hamad was the leader who transformed Qatar into the gas-rich power it became today, having taken power in 1996 after a bloodless coup against his father.
Why It Matters
India's declaration of national mourning signals how important Qatar is to India — both as a major source of energy and as home to a large Indian diaspora community.
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