President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has extended his condolences to Qatar’s Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, following the death of the Emir’s father, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani.
In a message posted on X, Sheikh Mohamed conveyed his sympathy to Sheikh Tamim and the Al Thani family, praying for God’s mercy and comfort during their bereavement.
“I extend my sincere condolences and sympathy to my brother Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and his family on the passing of his father, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani,” Sheikh Mohamed said.
He added: “May God grant him mercy, rest his soul in eternal peace, and bring comfort to his family during this difficult time.”
Meanwhile, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, also offered his sympathies, to Emir of Qatar.
His Highness said: “Our sincere condolences to my brother Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and to the brotherly people of Qatar on the passing of their beloved leader, and one who was dear to us all, Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. May God have mercy on him, grant him eternal peace, and give the people of Qatar and all those who loved him patience and strength.”
Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, also offered his condolences, saying: “Our condolences to our family in Qatar, to my brother Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, and to Al Thani family on the passing of the late Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. We pray that God grants him His vast mercy and gives his family, loved ones and the brotherly people of Qatar patience and solace.”
His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, extended his sincere condolences and deepest sympathies to His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of Qatar, and to the Qatari people on the passing of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani.
Also, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, extended his condolences to Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Al Thani family and the people of Qatar following the death of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani.
In a post on X, Sheikh Hamdan said: “We extend our heartfelt condolences esteemed Al Thani family, and to the brotherly people of Qatar on the passing of the late His Highness the Father Emir, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. May Allah grant him His boundless mercy, admit him to the highest ranks of Paradise, and grant his family and loved ones patience and solace. May Allah grant the people of Qatar strength in this time of loss.”
Meanwhile, Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, extended his condolences, saying: “My sincere condolences and sympathy to my brother Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, and to the people of Qatar on the passing of Father Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. May God have mercy on the Father Emir, grant him eternal peace, and give the Al Thani family and the brotherly people of Qatar patience and solace. To God we belong and to Him we shall return.”
Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who died on 12 July 2026 at the age of 74, ruled Qatar from 1995 until 2013 before voluntarily transferring power to his son, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani.
During his 18-year reign, Qatar underwent sweeping economic, social and cultural development while expanding its regional and international influence, with Sheikh Hamad widely regarded as the architect of the country’s modern transformation.
